Janakpur— The Binaytara Foundation, currently working to establish a cancer treatment center in Janakpur, has organized a cancer screening and awareness campaign in the region in collaboration with Engage Nepal, a non-profit organization led by former U.S. Ambassador to Nepal, Scott H. DeLisi.

In the initial phase of the campaign, free health camps and public awareness training sessions are being conducted at various locations across Janakpur. Dr. Binay Shah, president of the Binaytara Foundation, shared that these efforts aim to raise awareness and promote early detection of cancer in underserved communities.

The second program under this initiative was recently organized at the Basaiya Health Post, located within the Janakpur Sub-Metropolitan City. A free health camp and awareness training were held to assess the local health situation and enhance community awareness. The event saw active participation from local residents.

A total of 121 individuals received medical services during the camp, including 97 women and 24 men. The services provided included cervical cancer screening, gynecological examinations, general health checkups, hypertension and diabetes screening, and consultations with medical specialists. According to Matt Lambert, Senior Manager of Marketing and Communications at the Binaytara Foundation, the camp facilitated early detection of serious conditions, including possible cases of cancer and uterine health issues.

Alongside the health camp, three focused training sessions were conducted. Topics included “Hypertension: Prevention and Screening,” “Ostomy Hygiene Awareness,” and “Breast Cancer: Early Detection and Self-Examination.” A total of 12 women took part in the sessions, including nine female community health volunteers and two staff members from the Basaiya Health Post.

The program demonstrated the importance and effectiveness of routine health screenings and awareness campaigns in the community.

Scott DeLisi, Executive Director of Engage Nepal, emphasized the long-term impact of such initiatives. “These health camps help detect cancer at an early stage, where treatment is possible,” he said. “By educating communities about preventive measures and early screening options, we can empower individuals to safeguard their health and that of their families.”

Prior to this, another camp was held at the Lohana Health Post in Ward No. 25 of Janakpurdham. In that camp, 244 individuals were screened, and 12 were identified with symptoms associated with cancer or precancerous conditions.