New KCC City Clinic in New Baneshwor is now open.

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Should you get a cancer check-up?

Answer six short questions. We will tell you which tests are worth asking your doctor about. Nothing you enter is saved or sent anywhere.

This check is for adults (18 years and above).

2. Are you a man or a woman?
3. Has anyone in your close family had cancer? (parents, brothers, sisters, children)
4. Do you smoke or chew tobacco (cigarette, bidi, hukka, khaini, gutka, supari with tobacco)? Or did you in the past?
5. Do you often eat a lot of red meat or processed meat (sausage, sukuti, salted or smoked meat)?
6. Do you walk briskly or exercise at least 3 days a week?

Good to know

  • Lung cancer is among the most common cancers in Nepal. Smoking and air pollution both play a part.
  • Breast and cervical cancer are the most common cancers in Nepali women. Both can be found early with simple tests.
  • Cervical cancer can be prevented by HPV vaccination and regular screening.
  • Mouth cancer is common in people who chew tobacco or betel nut. A doctor or dentist can check your mouth in a few minutes.
  • Bowel and stomach cancers are treated best when found early.

Four things that help

  • Stay away from tobacco in every form, including khaini and gutka.
  • Eat more vegetables, fruit and dal, and less processed or salted meat.
  • Keep moving. A 30-minute walk most days is a good start.
  • Get a yearly check-up even when you feel well.

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