Al-Nahrain College of Medicine Organizes an Awareness Workshop on Breast Cancer in Conjunction with Pink October

Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Anees K. Nile, Dean of the College of Medicine at Al-Nahrain University, the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College organized an awareness workshop on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, entitled:

“Breast Cancer: Today’s Awareness, Tomorrow’s Security”

The workshop was held in conjunction with Pink October, the month dedicated to breast cancer awareness, with the aim of enhancing health awareness regarding the importance of early detection and its role in increasing treatment success rates and improving outcomes.

The workshop featured a scientific lecture by Prof. Dr. Ban Jumaa Qasim, a faculty member of the Department of Pathology, entitled “Breast Cancer: From Early Detection to Accurate Diagnosis.”During her presentation, she reviewed the breast cancer early detection program, risk factors, and stages of treatment. She emphasized the importance of regular breast self-examination and raising awareness of the need for medical follow-up and screening to detect any abnormal changes.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sahar Hassan, a faculty member of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, also delivered a scientific lecture entitled “Health Awareness and Its Importance in Breast Cancer Treatment.” Her presentation highlighted the role of health awareness in cancer prevention and emphasized the importance of adopting a healthy diet and avoiding smoking, given their contribution to promoting overall health and reducing disease-related risk factors.

The workshop concluded by emphasizing the importance of regular breast cancer screening using mammography in accordance with medical recommendations, particularly for women aged 40 years and older. It also stressed the need to consult specialized healthcare institutions upon noticing any unusual symptoms or abnormal changes.

This workshop is part of Al-Nahrain College of Medicine’s ongoing efforts to promote health literacy, raise community awareness of the importance of early detection, and reinforce healthy practices that contribute to disease prevention and improve the chances of successful treatment and recovery.

Media and Government Communication Division
College of Medicine – Al-Nahrain University