Report on the seminar held as part of the International Childhood Cancer Day

The Department of Child Health (Pediatric) Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing (MCON), MAHE, in collaboration with the Pediatric Oncology Department, Kasturba Medical College Manipal, organized a seminar on the occasion of International Childhood Cancer Day on February 17, 2025. The theme for this year’s event, “Inspiring Actions,” aimed at fostering awareness, enhancing knowledge, and encouraging proactive measures in pediatric cancer care.

The seminar was graced by Dr. Vasudeva Bhat K, Head of the Department and Professor of Pediatric Oncology at Kasturba Hospital, Manipal who served as the Chief Guest and Resource Person, along with Dr. Judith A. Noronha, Dean of MCON, MAHE. The event was attended by a total of 65 participants, including ANS, Nurse educators, staff nurses, faculty members from MCON and MSON, PhD scholars, and nursing students making it a dynamic platform for learning and professional discourse. Dr. Vasudeva Bhat, during the session, provided a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in childhood cancer research and treatment, highlighting innovative therapies, precision medicine, and emerging diagnostic techniques that are transforming pediatric oncology.