AI exposes deep inequality in breast cancer screening across India
Published on: Jan. 23, 2026, 11:45 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The study finds that breast cancer screening uptake in India is extraordinarily low, with fewer than one percent of women in the target age group reporting that they have ever been screened. This figure highlights a stark disconnect between policy intent and real-world outcomes. While national guidelines promote early detection as a cornerstone of cancer control, implementation has failed to reach most women, particularly those in rural and economically disadvantaged settings.
