14 Oct, 2025
14 Oct, 2025
This article is medically reviewed by Dr. Aditi Kaskar, Consultant – Hematology, Hemato-Oncology, & BMT Physician, HCG Cancer Centre, Borivali.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month takes place every September. It aims to raise awareness about various types of blood cancer, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, along with their symptoms and prevention strategies.
Moreover, this observance also seeks to show support for individuals whose lives have been impacted by blood cancer.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month 2025 has no official theme. However, several organizations across the world have established themes for specific subtypes of blood cancer in order to shed light on the crucial aspects, such as their symptoms, risk factors, and preventive strategies.
That said, different organizations are embracing different themes, such as “#ThisisBloodCancer,” “#SayBloodCancer,” etc., to spark open conversations about blood cancer.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month primarily aims at raising awareness about various blood cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
Initiatives during this month aim to disseminate information about early signs and symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of timely medical treatment. Increased awareness enhances survival and improves the overall quality of life for blood cancer patients.
Blood cancer refers to the type of cancer arising from blood-forming tissues. It interferes with the production and function of blood cells. Blood cancer generally starts in the bone marrow.
Normal blood cell development is disrupted, resulting in the production of abnormal cells. The abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, resulting in a reduction in healthy cells. The main blood cancer types are leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
Patients have several queries, such as “Is blood cancer genetic?” or “What are the reasons for blood cancer?” One must consult with expert hemato-oncologists to get authentic answers to such questions, as the reasons for blood cancer development can vary from one patient to another.
Blood cancer treatment depends on the type and the overall health of the patient.
Blood cancer is mainly of three types.
Additional Reading: Leukemia Vs Lymphoma - What Is the Difference? | HCG
India reports over 120,000 new blood cancer cases every year. About 70,000 people succumb to this condition every year. Every 5 minutes, there is a blood cancer diagnosis in India.
India has the third-highest number of blood cancer cases in the world, after the USA and China.
Leukemia accounted for 6.79% of cancers. It was more common in men compared to women (7.17% vs 6.39%). Leukemia accounts for 50% of all blood cancer cases in India.
A study reported that of the total lymphoma cases, 69.65% were non-Hodgkin lymphoma and 30.35% were Hodgkin lymphoma, with the nodal sites involved in 64.76% of cases.
Myeloma accounts for approximately 1.23% of all cancers. It is generally diagnosed between the ages of 65 and 70, and rarely before the age of 40.
It is observed that educating the public about various blood cancer types, associated risk factors, and early warning signs is crucial.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month suggests the importance of early detection and timely screening.
The observance of Blood Cancer Awareness Month also reduces the stigma associated with blood cancer and allows the public to discuss blood cancer on various platforms.
Some of the most common blood cancer symptoms are frequent infections and fever, persistent fatigue and weakness, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, swollen lymph nodes, bone or joint pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, loss of appetite, and unexplained weight loss.
It is important to consult the doctor if the patient experiences one or more of the above symptoms for more than two weeks without any improvement with rest or medication.
HCG Cancer Centre in Borivali, Mumbai, is a state-of-the-art facility for diagnosing and treating blood cancers. The center provides advanced therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplants.
HCG Borivali is also one of the few centers in India to have pioneered CAR T-cell therapy for certain blood cancer cases, especially those that are challenging, those that do not respond to conventional treatment approaches, and those that have relapsed.
Considered the comprehensive cancer hospital in Mumbai, HCG has a multidisciplinary team of experts who carefully study individual case parameters for each case before devising a customized treatment plan that is going to meet the specific health needs of each patient and help them have a successful cancer treatment journey.
There is no way to prevent the occurrence of blood cancer completely. However, specific blood cancer precautions or prevention measures can lower the risk of these cancers.
People should avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption, exercise regularly, consume a balanced diet, limit chemical exposure, protect themselves against infections, undergo regular health check-ups, and adopt an overall healthy lifestyle.
Blood Cancer Awareness Month is observed in September. It is celebrated to raise awareness about various types of blood cancer, their risk factors, and preventive measures. The blood cancer types are leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Symptoms include frequent infections, swollen lymph nodes, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, and shortness of breath. People should adopt a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of blood cancer.
Dr. Aditi Kaskar
Consultant – Hemato Oncology & BMT Physician
MBBS, DNB (Internal Medicine), DrNB (Clinical Hematology)
Dr. Aditi Shah Kaskar is an adept hematologist, hemato-oncologist, and BMT physician practicing at HCG Cancer Centre, a leading cancer hospital in Borivali. Her expertise lies in the treatment and management of malignant and non-malignant blood disorders among adult and pediatric patients. She is extensively trained in the administration of both autologous and allogeneic bone marrow transplantation programs. Dr. Aditi is known for her compassionate approach to patient care, prioritizing the comfort and well-being of her patients.
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