Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd (AHEL) has launched Apollo Athenaa, Asia’s first specialized cancer center exclusively for women, situated in Defence Colony, New Delhi. The center was officially opened by the Honorable Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta, along with other notable figures including Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Founder-Chairman of Apollo Hospitals Group; Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Member of Parliament from New Delhi; Shri Neeraj Basoya, Member of the Legislative Assembly; Ms. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of AHEL; and Mr. Harshad Reddy, Director of Group Oncology at AHEL.
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At the event, Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta highlighted the significance of providing women-focused cancer care, calling it a crucial and delicate matter. She expressed her satisfaction with the progress made in empowering women through healthcare and praised Apollo Athenaa as a remarkable institution that promises to offer every woman dignity, safety, and privacy during her treatment.
According to recent data from the Indian Council of Medical Research’s National Cancer Registry Programme, more women than men are now being diagnosed with cancer in India, with breast and cervical cancers being the most common. This rising trend underscores the need for dedicated healthcare services for women.
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Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Founder-Chairman of Apollo Hospitals Group, described Apollo Athenaa as a new milestone in women’s healthcare that combines cutting-edge medical technology with compassion. He stated that the center reflects Apollo’s promise to deliver respectful and timely care for women and stressed his belief that India has the potential to become a global leader in medical innovation and in redefining healthcare as a source of hope and humanity.
Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Member of Parliament from New Delhi, recognized the growing cancer burden and commended the Government of India for its strong policies aimed at prevention, early detection, and treatment. She noted that the government continues to focus on women’s health and welcomed Apollo’s efforts to set a global standard in cancer care specific to women, which will support the national health mission. Ms. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd, described Apollo Athenaa as more than just a hospital—it is a movement committed to progress, empathy, and a deep dedication to women’s health. By focusing exclusively on cancers that affect women, Athenaa aims to provide personalized care that maintains dignity, promotes early diagnosis, enhances treatment success, and ultimately brings hope to patients and their families.
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