DOHA: As part of the October Breast Awareness campaign which is carried out internationally every year, Vodafone, through the month, is raising awareness about the importance of early detection among all its employees.
The incidence of breast cancer is extremely high in Qatar, coming second after bowel cancer. The cause for such a high incidence of breast cancer is currently being reviewed by the genetics and high risk centre in Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC).
“Spreading awareness about breast cancer is our responsibility as a company that puts its people’s well being at the heart of everything we do. In October every year, we stress the importance of early detection and are committed to continue raising awareness,” said Dana Haidan, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Vodafone Qatar.
A presentation was given at Vodafone’s office by the Cancer Transformation Team from HMC that aimed to raise not only awareness but also
advised what to do when one finds a lump.
Speakers Cathie McKirdy, Senior Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACNS), Nima Ahmed Ali (ACNS) and Nahrida Nazir (ACNS) presented ways to encourage both men and women to carry out a breast self-check in the correct way.
“Many patients seen in the clinics come with breast cancer, and much of this is due to fear and lack of awareness around early detection saving lives, as well as where to go. We have found that many of our patients and the general public are unaware that there is a dedicated breast multidisciplinary team involved in the treatment of breast cancer,” said Cathie McKirdy
The Peninsula
