Al-Mahra: Sayhut Women's Development Dept Runs Breast Cancer Program
On Wednesday, the Women's Development Department in Sayhut District, Al-Mahra Governorate, held an awareness program at Arwa Secondary School for Girls on breast cancer and the importance of early detection. The event was part of Pink October activities, under the patronage of Al-Mahra Governor Mohammed Ali Yasser, in coordination with the local authority in Sayhut District, under the supervision of the General Administration for Women's Development in the governorate, and with support from the Waseem Al-Busairi for Trade Foundation.
The program began with a speech from Faiza Al-Jaafari, the principal of Arwa Secondary School for Girls. She welcomed the holding of this awareness event, praising its importance in spreading health awareness among women and girls and promoting a culture of health consciousness and disease prevention. She also commended the efforts made to implement such purposeful activities.
For her part, Awsan Aqeel Ba'abbad, director of the Women's Development Department in Sayhut District, welcomed the attendees, stressing the importance of organizing awareness programs that contribute to raising community awareness about breast cancer and publicizing methods of prevention. She emphasized the need to encourage women to undergo regular check-ups and not to ignore any abnormal symptoms, as early detection plays a crucial role in increasing the chances of treatment and recovery.
Midwife Bilqis Badinar led the awareness program, presenting a range of health information and guidelines related to breast cancer. She explained the importance of self-examination and regular medical check-ups, and the necessity of visiting health facilities upon noticing any changes that require attention. She also answered attendees' questions and provided them with guidance that helps enhance awareness about the importance of early detection and proper management of the disease.
At the end of the event, the director of the Women's Development Department in Sayhut, Awsan Ba'abbad, expressed her thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed to the program's success, valuing their support and interest in activities and programs aimed at promoting women's health and raising community awareness.
The event included the distribution of awareness brochures containing information and guidelines on breast cancer, the importance of early detection, and regular screenings, as part of efforts to spread a culture of health and encourage women to take care of their health and prevent diseases.
المصدر: Almahriah Net
