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The 5th annual International Cancer Congress of SAARC countries, which combines the experience and knowledge of many top minds in the field of Cancer medication and research was held in Kandy, and it was for the first time in Sri Lanka in the congress’ 5 year history. PC Pharma, a fully owned subsidiary of PCH Holdings was the main sponsor for the Inauguration Ceremony of this groundbreaking event.
Colombo, Sri Lanka, 20th April 2009: The 5th annual International Cancer Congress of SAARC countries, which combines the experience and knowledge of many top minds in the field of Cancer medication and research was held in Kandy, and it was for the first time in Sri Lanka in the congress’ 5 year history. PC Pharma, a fully owned subsidiary of PCH Holdings was the main sponsor for the Inauguration Ceremony of this groundbreaking event.
Organized by the Sri Lanka College of Oncologists the event witnessed well experienced radiation oncologists from USA, UK, Australia and Singapore conduct a comprehensive discussion on trends in the epidemiology of cancer with an assessment of the recent advances in radiation therapy applicable to the region.
Mr. Dilshard Ikram, General Manager, PC Pharma commenting on this initiative, said: “We at PC Pharma are continually aware of being responsible corporate citizens in this country. As the SAARC countries explored the opportunity of hosting the 5th year in Sri Lanka due to the tremendous contribution made by the Sri Lanka College of Oncologists for the fight against cancer, we realized that it would be an important step for us to help strengthen the links with all regional forums by becoming the main sponsor. In future too we plan to continue focusing on such initiatives to increase the knowledge of professionals in this field.”
While the theme this year was based around ‘expanding horizons in cancer therapy and prevention’, the forum spearheaded by Prof. Gowri Shankar Bhattacharrya, a top Consultant Oncologist from Kolkata, India, revolved around the importance of self help and support, user involvement and psychological support for the patient and family to cope with their condition. Members also recognized the importance of introducing cost effective preventive measures suitable for the region keeping in mind the masses.
Dr. Sarath Wattegama Chairman, Organizing Committee said, “As president of the Sri Lanka College of Oncologists, it gave me immense pride to chair this prestigious event. An absolute meeting of the minds of not just SAARC country Oncologists, but of top minds from across the world, coming together to further a cause; “expanding horizons in cancer therapy and prevention”. The immense success of the pre-congress workshops, as well as the deliberations on different methods of treatment, was extremely successful and I believe they formed a basis for exchanging views to better understand and treat the illness. I am very pleased that PC Pharma was willing to come forward as the main sponsor for the inauguration ceremony event. They have been constant in their dedication to medication of cancer therapy and have made commendable efforts to further the field of Oncology”
Suppliers of Anti-cancer range of products are very few in Sri Lanka and PC Pharma’s entrance paved the way for a significant reduction in the pricing of Anti-cancer drugs. This has resulted in a huge cost saving for the government, while making it available for the mass at a highly reasonable rate.
About PC Pharma Private Limited
Established for nearly 3 years, PC Pharma has gradually built its image with the provision of high quality medicine, surgical and therapeutic devices, nutraceuticals and guidance for better health care. The Suwamadura centre, an SBU of PC Pharma has increased in popularity for the available facilities and wide range of equipment relating to rehabilitation support. Other main areas include Anti diabetic, Antibiotics, ENT and Cardiac preparations, Hormones, and Biological products sourced through western and non-western products from world-class pharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers. PC House was the first pharmaceutical company to obtain ISO 9001:2000 quality certifications in Sri Lanka.
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