Delhi, May 02, 2018: Celebrating the spirit of cancer survivors for three consecutive years, Pink Hope Cancer Patient Support Group along with HCG–The Specialist in Cancer Careunveiled the fourth edition of Self V Survivor Stories. As the theme changes every year, this time it is ‘Celebrating Life’ which encompasses various aspects of celebration associated with life.
Cancers of oral cavity and lungs in males and cervix and breast in females account for most diagnosed cancer condition in Delhi.Most of these cancers are preventable if screened for or detected early and treated at an early stage. It is therefore important to be self-informed and look for symptoms well in advance for better survival and quality of life.
Self V Survivor Stories is a unique platform, a one-of-a-kind celebration for cancer survivors to celebrate the indomitable spirit of overcoming cancer. As incidences of cancer are on the rise in the country, the main idea of such a campaign is to break the stigma associated with cancer, inspiring cancer survivors to come forward and share their stories of hope, which becomes an ideal encouragement of hope for many patients fighting cancer.
To participate in the campaign, cancer survivors would need to take a self-video of up to 60-90 seconds duration, capturing the story of their conquest over cancer and embracing their present way of life, celebrating every moment. The videos are then uploaded on facebook.com/selfv or on www.selfv.in and then will be judged by an external jury and the best ones will be selected for the grand finale of Self V 2018.
Amar Bhaskar – Cancer Survivor said, “As there is a fight and struggle associated with the disease, it is high time we break the negativity and stigma around cancer persisting in the society, moving towards a positive messaging, inspire and encourage cancer patients and survivors, their families for support and live life to the fullest. I am glad to be a part of this event which brings about the right spirit of cancer survivors, showcasing their stories.”
Cancer Survivor Uma Pai and Farida Rizwan added, “Being cancer survivors ourselves, we understand the experience that every cancer patient goes through. SelfV is all about hope and triumph for cancer survivors. A positive mindset has helped me throughout and today we all are winners, celebrating every small and big aspects of our lives. More and more Cancer survivors sharing their stories about overcoming the disease will instill confidence in thousands of cancer patients, that there is a life after cancer and it can be rejoiced.”
Dr. Nalini Rao – Support Member – SelfV Survivor Stories said, “Cancer is considered as a stigma in the society and it is important to spread the message in the right way which gives the cancer survivors courage to come up and share their stories of inspiration. To capture the story of their struggle and conquest over cancerthis is a perfect platform for all survivors to share their stories of hope to others and giving them strength.”
Through this initiative the main aim of Pink Hope Cancer Patient Support Group along with HCG is to build awareness for patients fighting cancer and encourage other cancer survivors to share their survival stories. For more information on Self V log onto: www.selfv.in
Corporate Comm India(CCI Newswire)
