Health Reporter
Karachi: Kharadar General Hospital organized a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Seminar to promote early detection and preventive care among women. The event brought together surgeons, gynecologists, doctors, and nurses to spread awareness about the disease, which claims thousands of lives in Pakistan each year.
Speaking on the occasion, the hospital’s Chief Executive Officer Dr. Khalid Iqbal emphasized that developing countries can significantly reduce breast cancer mortality through awareness and prevention. “Every year, around 40,000 women die of breast cancer in Pakistan, while nearly 90,000 new cases are registered,” he said.
Dr. Farhana Memon, a surgeon and breast specialist, urged women to remain vigilant about physical changes, seek medical advice promptly, and undergo regular check-ups — particularly those with a family history of breast cancer. “Early diagnosis saves lives. Awareness and timely screening are the most effective tools we have,” she noted.
Surgeon Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed lauded Kharadar General Hospital’s ongoing role in community health education. He said, “Health is a blessing, and its protection is our collective duty. Preventive measures can help avoid the complications and suffering caused by breast cancer.”
Adding to the discussion, Dr. Musarat Agha from the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics highlighted the benefits of breastfeeding, calling it a natural way to lower breast cancer risk while improving child health.
The event concluded with a call for greater public engagement in awareness campaigns, early screenings, and lifestyle adjustments to help combat the rising incidence of breast cancer in Pakistan.
