Trivandrum: Pallium India, the palliative care centre in Trivandrum screened ‘Life Before Death’ at the Museum Auditorium on February 3. The screening was organised as part of the World Cancer Day observed on February 4. Popular director Dr Adoor Gopalakrishnan inaugurated the screening.

“Pallium India is doing a great service to the cancer affected and their families. When my mother got cancer there was no cure. The care given by the doctors was the only medicine for her. The pain has now become a disease. The support given by Pallium India has helped many patients to overcome the pain,” said Adoor.

‘Life Before Death’ is a multi-award winning documentary series beautifully filmed through the eyes of patients and their families. This movie uncovers not only the hard truths about the torture occurring everyday in hospitals around the world, but also portrays the immense hope that comes from those health care pioneers brave enough to accompany terminal patients on their inevitable journey to gratifying end-of-life experiences filled with dignity, love and peace.

“Cancer is climbing the Indian graph due to rapid lifestyle changes, adding nearly a million new cases every year. The world should unite to fight against the disease through raising awareness and educating the public,” said Dr. M R Rajagopal, Chairman of Pallium India.