Rural Women Cervical Cancer Self-Sampling Kit CSR Project

Design an indigenous self-sampling kit and development of a Point of Care (POC) device to detect cervical cancer in community-based screening of rural women

Objective

• Create a user-friendly self-sampling kit and a Point of Care (POC) device to detect cervical cancer in rural communities, aiming to enhance early diagnosis and treatment.

Description

• Cervical cancer disproportionately affects low-income countries, emphasizing the need for accessible screening methods. Currently, cytology-based screening requires trained pathologists and hospital visits, posing challenges for rural women. This project develops a micro-fluidic lab-on-chip device for DNA-based cervical cancer detection, facilitating immediate results in resource-limited settings. Collaboration with NGO Pennalam Hospital raises awareness and recruits participants. The study validates the self-sampling kit and DNA detection system against established methods. Potential for commercialization and widespread use.

Impact

• Empowers rural women with a self-sampling kit and POC device, increasing cervical cancer screening participation. Addresses the high mortality rate due to late-stage cervical cancer in low-income countries. Aligns with WHO recommendations for self-sampling, potentially reaching 70% of women by 2030. Supports early detection, saving lives, and improving the well-being of families.