41 out of 375 women have breast cancer early symptoms
Published on: Monday, November 04, 2019
By: Lagatah Toyos
TAWAU: A total of 41 out of 375 women between the ages of 40 and 60 who underwent early breast cancer screening had early symptoms of the disease during roadshows carried out in 10 locations since mid-August.
State Health and People’s Wellbeing Assistant Minister, Norazlinah Arif said, all the women are currently being referred to Tawau Hospital for further treatment are from Tawau, Kunak, Lahad Datu and Semporna.
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According to her, the numbers indicate that breast cancer awareness campaign is important in order for more women to benefit and aware of the importance of early screening.
She expressed concern over the community stigma on not wanting to be examined or refusing to accept the fact, adding that there are also those who were diagnosed with early symptoms but opted for traditional treatment instead of going to the hospital.
“These are challenges we need to face together in ensuring our communities, including those in the rural areas are more aware and more open about breast cancer,” said the Kunak Assemblywoman after launching the Breast Cancer Awareness 2019 Campaign.
The campaign was organised by the Tawau Hospital and Tawau Branch Kinabalu Pink Ribbon at the SJK (c) Sin Hwa Hall, here, Saturday.
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Norazlinah said the programme is an annual event since 2013 for Tawau Hospital and Kinabalu Pink Ribbon and it is a great effort to raise awareness on the importance of early diagnosis so that prompt treatment can be provided.
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Also present were Tawau Hospital Director, Dr Norlimah Arsad and Tawau Branch KInabalu Pink Ribbon President, Christy Fe Salazar.
