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Nagpur: The regional Rastra Sant Tukadoji Cancer Hospital (RST-CH) is all set to extend helping hand to the patients located in its respective talukas through Population Based Cancer Registries (PBCR). Earlier the PBCR was limited to urban region only, however the decision was taken following the alarming rise in the numbers of cancer patients in the region. Schemes to benefit poorThe cases of oral cancer have risen alarmingly in the region due to high tobacco consumption by the people. In case of oral cancer, earlier we had to refer patients to dental department to scan for infection. Speaking with Nagpur Today, Dr B K Sharma Joint Director, RST-CH discuss the aspects of this scheme along with other government initiatives to curb this problem..