Tragic Death of Poonam Pandey Sparks Concerns About Cervical Cancer: Understanding the Disease and its Challenges
The recent demise of actor-model Poonam Pandey at the age of 32 due to cervical cancer
The recent demise of actor-model Poonam Pandey at the age of 32 due to cervical cancer has cast a somber light on the disease, raising awareness about its challenges and the critical need for early detection. Poonam Pandey’s death came just a day after the government emphasized the importance of vaccinating girls in the 9-14 age group against cervical cancer in its Budget announcement.
Poonam Pandey, renowned for her role in the 2013 movie ‘Nasha,’ battled the last stage of cervical cancer, as confirmed by her manager. Unfortunately, the difficulties in the early detection of cervical cancer contribute significantly to its high mortality rate in India.
Dr Raj Vardhan, OSD Chairman at Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital, highlighted the issue, stating, “Cervical cancer frequently remains unnoticed in its early stages, resulting in a delayed diagnosis and unfavorable results, making it particularly deadly.”
