Early detection of breast cancer can safely life

KOTA KINABALU: The early detection of breast cancer through a mammogram test can help save lives if detected early.

Minister of Community Development and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Azizah Mohd Dun said the findings show the chances of cure are high if the cancer is detected and treated effectively in its early stages.

"Therefore, the awareness is a major factor to detect cancer at an early stage to be treated successfully.

"Hopefully, through various breast cancer awareness program conducted in October of each year to further enhance awareness and facts about breast cancer in the community," he said in his speech in conjunction with breast cancer awareness campaign by Permai Polyclinic, here yesterday.

The speech was delivered by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Social Development, Datuk Asnimar Sukardi.

Azizah said over the past three years a total of 17 out of Sabah 3.368 tested positive mammogram detected cancer.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Glorious Polyclinic, Dr. James Jeremiah said the cooperation between the Glorious Polyclinic and Kinabalu Pink Ribbon, he hoped that was able to increase the awareness of breast cancer in the community.

"Through an open forum, this effort is to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of breast cancer through education about early screening, symptoms and treatment," he said.

In support of breast cancer awareness campaign, at 1 to October 31, the Polyclinic in Jalan Pantai Permai offer breast ultrasound or mammogram for a fee of RM40 per person.

For those who are interested can visit the Glorious Polyclinic in daily from 8 am to 9 pm or call Permai Polyclinic at 088-232100 or 088-265000 online for more information.

Raising funds through the treatment will be donated to Kinabalu Pink Ribbon subsidies for the purchase of vans to provide services to women in rural and sub-urban areas.

Also present were President Kinabalu Pink Ribbon, Lucilla Pang and other distinguished guests.



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