01
Create awareness
Help people understand risk factors, warning signs and timely care.
Our foundation
More than four decades of public service
Bangladesh Cancer Society was established in April 1978. The President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh is the Chief Patron of the Society.
It is registered by the Department of Social Services, Dhaka District — Registration No. 8-02133, dated 24 April 1988.
Today the Society operates a 70-bed hospital on its own land and provides care through its centres, medical camps and mobile clinics.
Purpose
Our objectives
We combine awareness, accessible healthcare and collaboration to reduce the burden of cancer.
02
Encourage screening
Build confidence in preventive screening and reduce fear and stigma.
03
Support national action
Assist government and organizations in cancer management.
04
Expand care
Work toward a 250-bed comprehensive cancer hospital.
05
Support patients
Use welfare funds to help patients facing financial hardship.
06
Develop professionals
Support young oncologists through research and foreign training.
Milestones
- April 1978
Bangladesh Cancer Society was established.
- 24 April 1988
Registered by the Department of Social Services.
- Today
Operating a 70-bed hospital and outreach services.
- Future vision
A 250-bed comprehensive cancer centre.
International connections
UICCInternational Union Against Cancer
GCI, USAGlobal Cancer Institute
ANCCAAsian National Cancer Centers Alliance
National partnersTobacco control and NCD networks