PESHAWAR, Oct 16 (APP):Khyber Girls Medical College (KGMC) organized a special symposium on breast cancer awareness under the Pink October campaign, emphasizing early diagnosis, modern treatment, self-examination and the importance of extending awareness initiatives to women in remote and rural areas.
Professor Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan, Vice Chancellor of Khyber Medical University, attended the event as chief guest.
Dean KGMC Professor Dr. Shehzad Akbar Khan, senior faculty members, medical experts and students also participated.
Addressing the symposium, Professor Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan highlighted the important role medical students can play in spreading health awareness within their families and communities. He stressed the need for early diagnosis, public awareness and access to essential healthcare services.
Professor Dr. Shehzad Akbar Khan reaffirmed the college’s commitment to promoting health education through the active participation of students and faculty members.
Several experts, including Professor Dr. Shagufta Nasir, Professor Dr. Bushra Rauf, Professor Dr. Muhammad Shah, Professor Dr. Iram Sabir, Professor Dr. Amjad Ali, Professor Dr. Sadaf Chiragh, Professor Dr. Liaquat Ali and Dr. Saba Rahim, shared their expertise on breast cancer symptoms, early detection, self-examination, diagnostic techniques and treatment options.
Professor Dr. Amjad Ali, a reconstructive surgeon, also discussed surgical options for breast reconstruction following treatment. A breast cancer survivor shared her personal experience, highlighting the challenges of the disease and the importance of courage, support and recovery.
An informative documentary prepared by medical students highlighted the human and psychological aspects of breast cancer and emphasized the importance of treating patients with compassion and understanding.
Professor Dr. Khalid Javed, Chairman of the Department of Pathology at KGMC and organizer of the symposium, highlighted the significance of Pink October and the Pink Ribbon campaign.
He stressed that healthcare institutions, teachers and medical students must work together to extend awareness messages to the general public, particularly women living in remote areas.
The event concluded with an educational quiz and art competitions for medical students. Prizes were distributed among outstanding participants, while Professor Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan presented commemorative shields and certificates to students who had made notable contributions to breast cancer awareness.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
