LUNG CANCER AWARENESS RALLY AND SCREENING CAMP

On the occasion of World Lung Cancer Day, Excel College of Pharmacy, in association with the Rotary Club of TiruchengodeSangamam, organized a Lung Cancer Awareness Rally and Assessment and Screening Camp at Tiruchengode on 31 July 2026. The awareness rally commenced from the Old Bus Stand and concluded at the Government Hospital, Tiruchengode, with the objective of creating awareness about lung cancer, its risk factors, early warning signs, preventive measures, and the importance of early detection. Dr. G. Senthilkumar, Chief Medical Officer, Government Hospital, Tiruchengode, participated as the Chief Guest and flagged off the rally. The programme was attended by Mr. Thangavel, Deputy Superintendent of Police; Ms. Deepa, Rural Police Inspector; and Ms. Valarmathi, Town Police Inspector. Students and faculty members actively participated by carrying awareness placards promoting tobacco cessation, respiratory health, cancer prevention, and timely medical consultation. A Lung Cancer Assessment and Screening Campwere also conducted at the Government Hospital to educate the public about risk factors, early symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance of timely screening. The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr. A. K. Natesan, Chairman; Dr. N. Matha Karthick, Vice Chairman; and Dr. R. Manivannan, Principal, Excel College of Pharmacy, and concluded successfully with the active support of the Rotary Club, faculty members, coordinators, and student volunteers.