Staff Reporter
DIPHU, Aug 16: In a notable event, the Assam Cancer Care Foundation (ACCF) launched its Cancer Survivorship Program- ‘Sahयोग’ across the state as the country celebrated its 79th Indian Independence Day on August 15. The program was also launched at Diphu under the theme “Celebrating Life Beyond Cancer,” here on Friday.
The ACCF in its press note informed that the program was rolled out simultaneously across all ACCF hospitals and every district of Assam, honoured the courage of survivors, caregivers, and families who have walked the cancer journey together.
The ACCF Chief Operating Officer, Dr (Maj Gen) Jai Prakash Prasad said that survivorship is not just about living after cancer—it’s about living fully, with dignity, purpose, and joy.”
Further, the ACCF said, “In a symbolic tribute to resilience, survivors hoisted the National Flag on 15th August across all ACCF hospitals celebrating both the nation’s independence and their own freedom from cancer. The day brought together patients, caregivers, medical teams, and community members in a shared moment of pride and solidarity.
It may be mentioned that Assam Cancer Care Foundation, is a joint initiative of the Government of Assam and Tata Trusts, which provides comprehensive cancer care in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Barpeta, Silchar, Tezpur, Jorhat, Lakhimpur, Kokrajhar, Diphu and Darrang. Its outreach spans all 35 districts, focusing on prevention, early detection, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care.