PM Modi Pledges $7.5 Million to Quad Cancer Moonshot Initiative for Cervical Cancer Prevention

Collaboration is essential for cure of cervical cancer: PM Modi at Cancer Moonshot Event in US

PM Modi said that India has a very cost-effective ongoing cervical cancer screening programme on a mass scale which is essential to reducing the burden of cancer. "In cancer care, collaboration is essential for cure. An integrated approach encompassing prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment is essential to reducing the burden of cancer. India has a very cost-effective ongoing cervical cancer screening programme on a mass scale. Additionally, India also runs the world's largest health insurance scheme. And, special centres have also been created to make medicines available to everyone at an affordable cost. India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer. And new treatment protocols are being launched with the assistance of AI," he said. In keeping with the vision of 'One world, one health,' PM Modi announced the dedication of a grant of US USD 7.5 million to cancer testing, screening and diagnostics in the Indo-Pacific region. "India is ready to share its experience and expertise. Today, many experts from India working in cancer care have joined us for this event. India's vision is "One Earth, One Health." In this spirit, I am pleased to announce our contribution of USD 7.5 million for sampling kits, detection kits, and vaccines under the Quad Moonshot Initiative. India will also offer support in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building," he said. PM Modi further announced to contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries through the initiatives of GAVI and the QUAD. "I am delighted to share that, through the initiatives of GAVI and the QUAD, India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries. These 40 million vaccine doses will become rays of hope in the lives of crores of people. As you can see, when the QUAD acts, it is not just for nations - it is for the people. This is the true essence of our human-centric approach," he said. PM Modi congratulated US President Joe Biden for organizing the important event which reflected the Quad's commitment to affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare. "I heartily congratulate President Biden for organizing this important event. This reflects our shared commitment to affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare. During the Covid pandemic, we had launched the "QUAD Vaccine Initiative" for the Indo-Pacific. And, I am pleased that in QUAD, we have collectively decided to tackle a challenge like cervical cancer," he said. The Cancer Moonshot is a White House initiative to bring renewed leadership to the fight against cancer, facilitate new collaborations, and drive progress across the cancer journey utilising all facets of the oncology community-federal agencies and departments, private companies, healthcare providers, patient groups, philanthropies, and all Americans. The Cancer Moonshot has spurred tremendous action across the US government and from the public and private sectors, building a strong foundation for the work ahead. To date, the Cancer Moonshot has announced more than 95 new programs, policies, and resources to address five priority actions. 170 private companies, nonprofits, academic institutions, and patient groups have also stepped up with new actions and collaborations. The US Embassy in New Delhi facilitated the first ever US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue on August 5-6 at the National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi, and was hosted by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). The dialogue focused attention on cancer, strengthening US-India biomedical research cooperation, and jointly developing solutions to improve the health and well-being of the global community. (ANI)

Quad Cancer Moonshot: PM Modi announces USD 7.5 million support to fight cervical cancer

During the Cancer Moonshot event in Delaware, PM Modi highlighted the initiatives taken by India to fight cervical cance and said India is ready to share its experience and expertise. He also stressed on an "integrated approach of prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment" to reduce the cancer burden. The Cancer Moonshot is a White House initiative to bring renewed leadership to the fight against cancer, facilitate new collaborations, and drive progress across the cancer journey utilizing all facets of the oncology community - federal agencies and departments, private companies, healthcare providers, patient groups, philanthropies, and all Americans. "I want to thank President Biden for organising this event. This reflects our shared determination to provide affordable, accessible and quality health care. During the COVID pandemic, we had taken the Quad Vaccine initiative for the Indo-Pacific and I am glad that in the Quad, we have decided to jointly tackle challenges like cervical cancer. In cancer care, collaboration is essential for cure," PM Modi said. "An integrated approach of prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment is necessary to reduce the burden of cancer. In India, a very cost-effective cervical cancer screening program is being carried out," he added. The Prime Minister said India has developed its own vaccine for the disease and new treatment protocols are being introduced with the help of AI. He also said that a very cost-effective cervical cancer screening program is being carried out in the country. "Along with this, India is running the world's largest health insurance scheme and special centres have also been set up to make medicines available to everyone at affordable cost. India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer and new treatment protocols are also being introduced with the help of Artificial Intelligence," the Prime Minister said. "India is ready to share its experience and expertise. Today, many experts from India working in cancer care have joined us in this event. India's vision is One Earth One Health. I announce the support of sampling kits, detection kits and vaccines worth USD 7.5 million," he added. Prime Minister Modi also announced that India will cooperate in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building and will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries under GAVI and QUAD initiatives. "India will also cooperate in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building. I am happy that India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries under GAVI and QUAD initiatives. These 40 million vaccine doses will become a ray of hope in the lives of crores of people. As you can see when the QUAD acts, it is not just for nations. This is the true essence of our human-centric approach," PM Modi further stated. The Cancer Moonshot has spurred tremendous action across the US government and from the public and private sectors, building a strong foundation for the work ahead. To date, the Cancer Moonshot has announced more than 95 new programs, policies, and resources to address five priority actions. 170 private companies, non-profits, academic institutions, and patient groups have also stepped up with new actions and collaborations. The US Embassy in New Delhi facilitated the first ever US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue on August 5-6 at the National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi and hosted by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). The dialogue focused attention on cancer, strengthening US-India biomedical research cooperation, and jointly developing solutions to improve the health and well-being of the global community. (ANI)

PM Modi pledges USD 7.5 million to Quad Cancer Moonshot to battle cervical cancer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a USD 7.5 million support for cervical cancer sampling kits, detection kits, and vaccines at the Cancer Moonshot event in Delaware. He emphasized India's integrated approach to cancer prevention and treatment, and highlighted India's cost-effective screening program and new AI-driven treatment protocols.Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced support worth USD 7.5 million in sampling kits, detection kits, and vaccines for countries fighting cervical cancer. Speaking at the Cancer Moonshot event in Delaware, Modi emphasized India's commitment to global health care and its initiatives against cervical cancer. "An integrated approach of prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment is necessary to reduce the burden of cancer. In India, a very cost-effective cervical cancer screening program is being carried out," he said. India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer and is introducing new treatment protocols with the help of Artificial Intelligence. Modi highlighted India's efforts to provide affordable health care through the world's largest health insurance scheme and special centers for affordable medicines. He announced that India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for the Indo-Pacific under GAVI and QUAD initiatives. "I want to thank President Biden for organizing this event. This reflects our shared determination to provide affordable, accessible, and quality health care," Modi added. He also mentioned India's readiness to share its experience and expertise with other countries and its cooperation in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building. The Cancer Moonshot initiative, led by the White House, aims to drive progress in cancer treatment through collaboration among various sectors. To date, it has introduced over 95 new programs, policies, and resources, with contributions from 170 private companies, non-profits, academic institutions, and patient groups. In August, the first US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue took place in New Delhi, focusing on cancer research cooperation and global health solutions.

PM Modi pledges $7.5 million support, 40 million vaccine doses to fight cervical cancer at Quad Cancer Moonshot event | Today News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries under GAVI and QUAD initiatives. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (local time) that India's vision is 'One Earth, one Health'. Speaking at the Quad Leaders' Cancer Moonshot event, PM Modi announced the dedication of a grant of $7.5 million to cancer testing, screening and diagnostics in the Indo-Pacific region. "India is ready to share its experience and expertise," PM Modi said in his remarks. He said India will also provide assistance in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building. "Today, many experts from India working in cancer care have joined us in this event. India's vision is One Earth One Health. I announce the support of sampling kits, detection kits and vaccines worth $ 7.5 million," PM Modi said, mentioning that India has produced its own vaccine to treat cervical cancer. The Prime Minister said India will also provide assistance in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building. He added that India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries under GAVI and QUAD initiatives. Meanwhile, a White House release said, "India commits to providing HPV sampling kits, detection kits, and cervical cancer vaccines worth $7.5 million to the Indo-Pacific region." The Ministry of External Affairs also posted on X, saying "Cooperation in healthcare- a key Quad priority. PM Narendra Modi participated in the Quad Cancer Moonshot event today. The four leaders committed to detection, prevention and treatment of cervical cancer in the Indo-Pacific region." "India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer and new treatment protocols are also being introduced with the help of Artificial Intelligence," he added. "Next year, doctors and nurses from the US Navy will begin a programme to train Indo-Pacific counterparts in conducting cervical cancer screening and vaccination. So we can reach every woman in the region...Today America, Australia, India and Japan choose to fight for every patient asking for one more day, one more week, one more year," Biden was quoted by ANI as saying.

Quad summit: PM Modi announces $7.5 million grant to fight cervical cancer - Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his three-day US visit, on Saturday announced 7.5 million US dollars worth of support of sampling and detection kits and vaccines to fight cervical cancer as part of India's vision of "One Earth One Health". PM Modi, during Quad summit's Cancer Moonshot event in Delaware, mentioned New Delhi's initiative to fight cervical cancer and said that India was ready to share its expertise. Quad launched a "signature initiative" named "Cancer Moonshot", through which the bloc aims to implement innovative strategies to prevent, detect, treat, and alleviate the impact of cancer on patients and their families. "I want to thank President Biden for organising this event. This reflects our shared determination to provide affordable, accessible and quality health care. During the Covid pandemic, we had taken the Quad Vaccine initiative for the Indo-Pacific and I am glad that in the Quad, we have decided to jointly tackle challenges like cervical cancer. In cancer care, collaboration is essential for cure," PM Modi said. "An integrated approach of prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment is necessary to reduce the burden of cancer. In India, a very cost-effective cervical cancer screening program is being carried out," he added. PM Modi said India developed its vaccine for the disease and new treatment protocols are being rolled out with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). "Along with this, India is running the world's largest health insurance scheme and special centres have also been set up to make medicines available to everyone at affordable cost. India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer and new treatment protocols are also being introduced with the help of Artificial Intelligence," the Prime Minister said. "India is ready to share its experience and expertise. Today, many experts from India working in cancer care have joined us in this event. India's vision is One Earth One Health. I announce the support of sampling kits, detection kits and vaccines worth USD 7.5 million," he added. PM Modi also announced that India will cooperate in radiotherapy treatment and capacity building and will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for Indo-Pacific countries under Gavi and Quad initiatives. The TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most."

'One Earth, One Health': India To Contribute $7.5 mn Under 'Quad Cancer Moonshot' Initiative, Says PM Modi - News18

The groundbreaking initiative was announced during the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday and aims to save lives in the Indo-Pacific region by combating cervical cancer Affirming India's vision of 'One Earth, One Health', Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a contribution of $7.5 million for sampling kits, detection kits and vaccines under the 'Quad Cancer Moonshot' initiative. The groundbreaking initiative was announced during the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday and aims to save lives in the Indo-Pacific region by combating cervical cancer. Speaking during the Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Prime Minister Modi said that he is glad that in Quad, "we have decided to jointly face the challenge of cervical cancer". "I heartily congratulate President Biden for organising this important event. It reflects our shared determination for affordable, accessible and quality healthcare," the Prime Minister said. "In cancer care, collaboration is essential for cure. An integrated approach of prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment is necessary to reduce the burden of cancer," he asserted. Prime Minister Modi noted that India is running a "very cost-effective" cervical cancer screening programme on a mass scale. "Also, India is running the world's largest health insurance scheme. And, special centres have also been created to make medicines available to everyone at affordable cost. India has also developed its own vaccine for cervical cancer. And, new treatment protocols are also being introduced with the help of AI," he said, adding that India is ready to share its experience and expertise. "I am happy that India will contribute 40 million vaccine doses for the Indo-Pacific countries under the GAVI and QUAD initiatives. These 40 million vaccine doses will bring rays of hope to the lives of crores of people. As you can see, when the QUAD acts, it is not just for nations - it is for the people. This is the true essence of our human-centric approach," he concluded.