Story by Dr. Shanta, CanSupport Doctor This is the story of Rupam Devi (name changed), aged 48 years, who was in her last stage of cancer. Since there was no scope of curative treatment the … Read More
How To Overcome Fear With Love And Hope
Article by Sanya Sachdeva, VolunteerOnce you choose hope, anything’s possibleChristopher ReeveThere is a story about a girl with terminal illness who tried to relate her life to the leaves on the tree which were her … Read More
CanSupport Frontliners – Counsellor Experience During Covid-19 Lockdown
An article by Mausumi Bhansali, CanSupport counsellor.Amidst the present pandemic situation there are many hurdles that we are facing. The view of empty roads, khaki dress and police siren have become a common sight. It … Read More
CanSupport Frontliners: Doctors During Covid-19 Lockdown in India
An article by Dr. Ishita Gandhi, CanSupport Doctor “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” -Mark Twain We are in the … Read More
CanSupport and Covid-19 Lockdown – Story of Kirtilata
Phone Rings… Call Starts Caregiver: “Hello, app CanSupport se bol rahain hain? ” (Is this CanSupport?) Counselor: “Yes.” Caregiver: “Aap hamari mummy ko dekhney aatein hain, kya aap log aa saktein hain ? ” (You … Read More
Helping Bereaved Families Land on Their Feet
An article by Harmala Gupta, Founder and President and IAHPC Board Member. This Article was published in IAHPC Newsletter, April 2020.“He’s taking us with him,” laments a woman as her husband nears his end in … Read More
Story of Muskan- A Foodie
Food is one thing that can light a smile on anyone’s face. Who doesn’t like eating, right? We all have our favorite dishes out there. Food that we crave, we might even be foodies, we … Read More
COVID-19 & Cancer – Far Reaching Implications!
Article by Dr Bhawna SirohiDirector, Medical Oncology, Max Healthcare, NCR Despite many advances and breakthroughs, cancer still strikes fear in most of us. Every cancer patient is worried, stressed, anxious and has one question on … Read More
Improving Quality Of Life In A Serious Illness Like Cancer
Adding Life To Days Palliative care is a specialized medical care provided by a specially-trained team of doctors, nurses, counselors and other specialists who work together with patients and families to provide an extra layer … Read More
CanSupport conducts Cancer Awareness Session at B L International
Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare advises that if detected early, cancer could be treated at a fraction of the cost that is incurred when diagnosed at an advanced stage. Its … Read More