In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022, Roche Malaysia, in partnership with TAW and LPPKN, is encouraging women to be more aware about breast cancer care, to establish a future proof healthcare plan and to reimagine their time, health, and future.
Wife of Deputy Chief Minister cum State Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Datin Seri Cecelia Edwin, advised women here to check for breast cancer at public hospitals and clinics
The Breast Cancer unit at Mediclinic City Hospital is part of the Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Dubai’s most advanced facility for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The specialist staff work together using a multidisciplinary team approach to maintain a smooth, compassionate and effective patient journey. In February, the Breast Cancer unit underwent a rigorous virtual certification survey, during which an expert surveyor evaluated compliance with related certification standards including patient and family supporting self-management, expertise of all the involved physicians, nursing team and breast radiology team, among others. The surveyor also conducted observations and interviews with staff and patients.
Breast cancer is the number one cancer in the world. In the United Arab Emirates, 38.8 % of female cancer diagnoses is related to the breast, translating into more than 1000 women diagnosed with breast cancer every year.