AI SummaryCancer Day Care Centre scheme offers free cancer screening and affordable daycare treatment to residents of Uttarakhand. Free screening for oral, breast, and cervical cancers is available across all districts of the state.
Medical Health and Family Welfare Department of Uttarakhand runs this scheme under National Program for Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS). Cancer patients get chemotherapy, pain management, and follow-up care at district hospitals without long hospital stays.
Cancer Day Care Centre Overview
Cancer Day Care Centres are set up in district hospitals of Uttarakhand. These centres focus on early detection and timely treatment of cancer. A patient can visit the centre, get treatment during the day, and return home the same day. This reduces both treatment cost and travel burden for families.
Cancer Day Care Units are functional in Almora, Chamoli, Champawat, Pauri, Pithoragarh, Tehri, and Uttarkashi districts. Medical officers and staff nurses get training at AIIMS Rishikesh. The state is working to expand these services to all 13 districts.
Highlights of Cancer Day Care Centre
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Cancer Day Care Centre |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Main Department | Medical Health and Family Welfare Department |
| Category | Health and Wellness |
| Benefit Type | In Kind (free services) |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Application Mode | Offline (visit district hospital) |
Benefits
Patients get the following services under this scheme.
- Free screening for oral, breast, and cervical cancers in all districts of Uttarakhand.
- Chemotherapy and pain management services at Cancer Day Care Units.
- Follow-up care and other daycare services for cancer patients.
Eligibility
A person must meet these conditions to get benefits.
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be a registered cancer patient.
Application Process
Cancer Day Care Centres run in the district hospitals of Uttarakhand. There is no online form for this scheme. Patients can visit the district hospital in their area to get treatment. The process is simple and is given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the district hospital in the district where the patient stays.
STEP 2 - Carry a valid identity proof and medical reports that confirm the cancer diagnosis.
STEP 3 - Meet the hospital staff at the Cancer Day Care Unit and register as a cancer patient.
STEP 4 - Get the required screening, chemotherapy, pain management, or follow-up care as advised by the doctor.
Documents
Patients should carry these documents when they visit the hospital.
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar card or voter ID.
- Relevant medical reports confirming the diagnosis.
- Any other document requested by the hospital staff.
References
NHM Uttarakhand NPCDCS program details
Uttarakhand Medical Health and Family Welfare Department official website
PIB update on Day Care Cancer Centres
FAQ's
Who is eligible for these services?
Any cancer patient who is a resident of Uttarakhand can get these services.
What treatments are available at these centres?
Centres provide chemotherapy, pain management, and follow-up consultation services.
Are screenings free?
Yes, screening for oral, breast, and cervical cancers is free for the public.
How many districts have functional Cancer Day Care Units?
Cancer Day Care Units are functional in Almora, Chamoli, Champawat, Pauri, Pithoragarh, Tehri, and Uttarkashi districts. The state plans to expand to all 13 districts.
Where should patients go to get treatment?
Patients can visit the district hospital in their district to get daycare facilities.