Busting cancer myths: Why delay can be deadly in India’s fight against the disease

Busting cancer myths: Why delay can be deadly in India’s fight against the disease

With over 100,000 cancer cases reported annually, India faces a growing health crisis worsened by myths, stigma and misinformation. Firstpost presents the expert’s view to debunk common misconceptions around causes and treatments—from family history to CAR T-cell therapy—emphasising that awareness, early diagnosis and timely medical action are key to improving outcomes and saving lives.