Onco Lifecare Cancer Trust & Research Centre launched AI-based Mobile breast cancer screening van

TGH Onco-Life Cancer Centre has launched a mobile van integrated with a cancer screening unit focused on breast cancer detection on the go. This mobile van is supported by the Rotary Club of Talegaon, Dabhade, and donated by POSCO India and will help with early detection and create awareness for women in rural and semi-urban Maharashtra, ensuring they receive timely and free access to vital screenings. The van will also visit large offices and industries to reach underprivileged workers who often delay preventive health check-ups. 

The van will operate across villages in the Pune District, including Ambegaon, Baramati, Bhor, Daund, Haveli, Indapur, Junnar, Khed, Mawal, Mulshi, Pune City, Purandhar, Shirur, and Velhe. The van offers free cancer check-ups, including thermal screening for breast cancer, pap smear/VIA for cervical cancer, blood tests for various cancers, and oral examinations. If any abnormality is detected through thermal screening, patients will be referred for a mammogram or sonogram at the hospital. lay preventive health check-ups. 

Present during the launch were Sung Wook Choi, Managing Director; Euncheol Lee, Director; Pabitra Swain; Neha Waghchourr; Rtn. Kamlesh Karle, President 2024-2025, Rtn. Dr Neha Kulkarni, Director, Medical; Rtn. Pramod Dabhade, Secretary’ Rtn Shreeshail Menthe, Vice President; and Sachin Deshmukh, Managing Director, Onco Life Hospital. 

The newly launched van uses Thermalytix, an AI-powered, radiation-free breast screening tool that is non-contact, painless, and privacy-friendly. It’s safe for all age groups, including women under 40, and detects abnormalities early. Results are ready in just two minutes and can be shared via WhatsApp, email, or print, making it fast and accessible. Hence, timely treatment will be possible after the diagnosis to save lives. POSCO India recognises the importance of this issue and hence has been a crucial part of establishing this initiative.

Sachin Deshmukh, Managing Director of Onco Life Hospital, said, “For those in need, we also offer financial assistance and discounted treatments.”

“This mobile unit is dedicated to serving the underprivileged and needy individuals across the Pune district, with a special focus on rural areas. Early detection of cancer is critical, and this initiative aims to bring life-saving screening services closer to those who need them the most.” concluded Kamlesh Karle, President (2024-2025), Rotary Club of Talegaon, Dabhade.