Learn · Videos & Trusted Links
Videos & trusted resources
The internet is full of cancer information, and not all of it is reliable. These are sources we trust — India’s official cancer bodies, leading hospitals, and established patient-support organisations.
How to read this list: resources marked Indian follow Indian guidance. Those marked International are excellent for understanding cancer, but their screening ages and schedules may differ from India’s — so use them for understanding, and follow Indian guidance for what to do.
Official cancer information (India)
Start here. These are India’s authoritative sources for statistics, guidance and finding care.
ICMR- National Cancer Registry (NCDIR) Click Here
Indian official cancer statistics and screening guidance. The source for the figures we publish.
National Cancer Grid- Patient Resources Click Here
A network of 300+ cancer centers. Includes “find a cancer hospital near you,”, patient support groups and online expert opinion.
Tata Memorial Centre – Patient Information Click Here
India’s premier cancer centre. Reliable guidance on diagnostics, treatment & care.
Educational videos & explainers
Clear, watchable introductions to cancer, screening and treatment.
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Click Here
As the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination, and promotion of biomedical research, they host curated informative content through their official playlists, such as the ICMR Awareness Films on Cancer.
Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) Click Here
An international foundation heavily active in India targeting cultural taboos and providing door-to-door screening protocols. Their video repository covers patient guides, multilingual self-exam instructions, and research symposiums.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Click Here
These short videos feature real pediatricians answering common parent questions about safety, dosage, and why both boys and girls need it.
Women’s cancers — breast & cervical
Recommended resources, including campaigns our director Dr Anushree Vartak contributes to.
✦ Recommended by our director, Dr Anushree Vartak (Breast Surgical Oncologist)
BeingBreastAware Click Here
A breast-health awareness campaign Dr. Vartak creates accessible information on breast cancer and early detection
Yashoda Cancer Institutes Click Here
Watch Dr. (Surg Lt Cdr) Anushree Vartak, as she gives an effective solution for breast cancer prevention and early detection.
WHO Global Breast Cancer Initiative Click Here
Global guidance on early detection and equitable breast cancer care.
Indian Cancer Society Click Here
One of India’s oldest cancer NGOs- awareness, patient support and financial aid.
Stop tobacco
The single most powerful step for cancer prevention in India — and free help to take it.
National Tobacco Quitline- 1800 122 356
Free counselling to quit tobacco, including in Marathi, run in part from Tata Memorial Centre.
Treatment, second options & support
When you need care, a second opinion, or someone to lean on.
Navya Care (with TMC & NGC) Click Here
Evidence-based online expert second opinions, drawing on Tata Memorial Centre and the National Cancer Grid.
Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA) Click Here
Counselling, financial aid and rehabilitation, offices include Pune.
JASCAP- Cancer information booklets Click Here
Plain language cancer booklets, available in various Indian languages.
American Cancer Society Click Here
Plain language explanations of cancer biology and treatment. Note: screening ages are US-specific.
NOTE: These external resources are provided for information and are maintained by their respective organisations. PRACHI is not responsible for their content, and linking to them is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor about your own care.