The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, established in Muzaffarpur, Bihar by the Tata Memorial Centre for the Department of Atomic Energy, is a milestone in the field of cancer treatment and research in India. The project is developed within the campus of Sri Krishna Medical College & Hospital, Muzaffarpur, Bihar.

Cancer is a deadly disease that has been claiming millions of lives around the world every year. In India, cancer is the second most common cause of death after cardiovascular diseases. The country is facing a huge burden of cancer cases, and there is an urgent need for better infrastructure and facilities to provide quality treatment and care to cancer patients.

The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Muzaffarpur is a step towards addressing this need. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and modern technologies to provide comprehensive cancer care to patients from Bihar and neighbouring states. The hospital has a capacity of 200 beds, which includes 25 beds for intensive care, 25 beds for daycare chemotherapy, and 150 beds for inpatient care.

The hospital offers a wide range of services, including radiation therapy, medical oncology, surgical oncology, palliative care, and diagnostic services such as PET-CT, MRI, and CT scans. The hospital also has a blood bank, pharmacy, and laboratory services.

The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre also focuses on cancer research and education. The hospital has a dedicated research wing, which conducts basic and translational research in the field of cancer. The research wing has state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to conduct research on cancer biology, genetics, and treatment.

The hospital also offers training and education programs for healthcare professionals, including oncologists, radiation therapists, and nurses. The training programs aim to improve the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals and provide them with the latest advances in cancer treatment and care.

The establishment of the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Muzaffarpur is a result of the collaboration between the Tata Memorial Centre and the Department of Atomic Energy. The hospital is named after Dr Homi Jehangir Bhabha, who was a pioneer in the field of nuclear physics and played a key role in the establishment of India's nuclear program. The hospital is a tribute to his vision and contribution to science and technology in India.

The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre is a game-changer in the field of cancer treatment and research in Bihar and neighbouring states. The hospital is expected to reduce the burden of cancer cases and provide quality care to patients who previously had to travel long distances for treatment. The hospital is also expected to contribute to the development of cancer research and education in the region, and ultimately, to the improvement of cancer care in India.

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