LAHORE, Oct 14 (APP): Fatima Memorial Hospital (FMH) organised a breast cancer awareness seminar and walk here on Wednesday, highlighting the importance of early detection, timely treatment and regular medical check-ups to improve health outcomes for women.
According to a spokesperson, the event, organised by the hospital’s Department of Surgery, was led by Prof. Dr. Tayyab Abbas and attended by doctors, students and members of the healthcare community. Dr. Farhan Feroz, Prof. Dr. Tausief Fatima and Dr. Sania Ahmad also attended the event.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Dr. Javed Shakir, Dr. Ifham Shahid and Prof. Dr. Shahzad Alam emphasised the importance of early diagnosis, regular medical examinations and timely consultation with healthcare professionals to facilitate effective treatment.
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Pakistan recorded an estimated 43,721 new breast cancer cases and 20,039 deaths in 2024, highlighting the significant burden of the disease in the country.
The seminar was followed by an awareness walk in which participants called for greater public awareness about breast cancer and stressed the importance of seeking medical advice without delay.
FMH was committed to promoting women’s health through continued awareness, education and advocacy for early detection and timely treatment, the spokesperson added.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
