PM Modi’s US Visit: Focus on Cancer Moonshot
PM Modi’s US visit at the Quad Summit highlighted the Cancer Moonshot Initiative, focusing on combating cervical cancer. The initiative’s goals and its impact on India’s healthcare were key points of discussion.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Quad Summit in Delaware, US, where the Cancer Moonshot Initiative is a major topic. PM Modi’s US visit brings him together with leaders from the United States, Japan, and Australia to discuss critical global issues. Among these are climate change, maritime security, and Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot program.
What is the Cancer Moonshot Initiative?
Launched in 2016, Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative seeks to reduce cancer’s burden worldwide. The program, created after the death of his son Beau from glioblastoma, unites patients, doctors, and researchers to accelerate cancer research. The Cancer Moonshot goals include enhancing early detection, prevention, and treatment options.
During PM Modi’s US visit, the focus will shift to the Quad Cancer Moonshot Initiative, which aims to expand prevention of cervical cancer, particularly through HPV vaccinations. Cervical cancer, caused by persistent HPV infections, remains one of the most common cancers among women globally.
How Does India Benefit from Cancer Moonshot 2.0?
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in Indian women, and the Cancer Moonshot 2.0 initiative promises to advance prevention and treatment. The US-India Cancer Dialogue, launched earlier in August, promotes research and innovation between the two nations. This partnership will help address the rising number of cancer cases in India, projected to increase by 13% by 2025.
PM Modi’s US visit also provides an opportunity for India to collaborate on AI-driven cancer treatments, novel vaccines, and cost-effective therapies. In addition, India benefits from the Cancer Moonshot’s goals, which focus on precision medicine, cancer genomics, and expanding clinical trial frameworks.
Quad Cancer Moonshot: Global Collaboration
The Quad Cancer Moonshot program aims to eliminate cervical cancer by increasing HPV vaccinations, which Australia plans to achieve by 2035. The Quad summit will build on this progress, especially with Australia’s leadership.
As PM Narendra Modi’s US visit continues, the summit discussions will emphasize collaborative efforts that align with India’s public health strategies, helping to combat non-communicable diseases like cancer and improve access to advanced treatments.
