The Women's Affairs Unit at the College of Medicine, Al-Nahrain University, organizes an awareness workshop entitled Breast Cancer: Awareness Today, Security for Tomorrow , coinciding with Pink October, with the aim of promoting health awareness about the importance of early breast cancer detection and its role in increasing treatment success rates and improving outcomes.
The workshop includes two scientific lectures. The first is presented by Prof.Dr. Ban Jumaa Qasim, a faculty member at the Department of Pathology, under the title Breast Cancer: From Early Detection to Accurate Diagnosis. The lecture addresses early detection programs, risk factors, and treatment stages, emphasizing the importance of breast self-examination and consulting a physician upon noticing any unusual changes.
The second lecture is presented by Asst.Prof.Dr. Sahar Hassan, a faculty member at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, entitled Health Awareness and Its Importance in Breast Cancer Treatment. The lecture highlights the role of health awareness, a healthy diet, and avoiding smoking in promoting health and reducing risk factors.The workshop emphasizes the importance of regular screenings, including mammography in accordance with medical recommendations, particularly for women aged 40 and above. It also highlights the need to consult specialized healthcare institutions upon noticing any unusual symptoms or changes, thereby contributing to improved opportunities for early diagnosis and treatment.
Translated by
Prof.Aula Abdual Ghaffour Muhammad Salah
