Early detection of breast cancer: the key to an effective cure

2024-11-05 13:02:27
The Franciscan Order's vigilance on living stones does not neglect the concern for health awareness and highlights that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. At the conclusion of the Pink October month, the Latin Parish of Jerusalem organised an awareness-raising conference to highlight the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Dr. Dima Awad gave a detailed explanation on breast cancer indicators and methods to prevent it, highlighting that early diagnosis is the key to a successful cure. She also emphasised how a woman's knowledge of her own body and monitoring any small changes can be the first step towards protecting and preventing the disease. Dr DIMA AWAD Specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics Surgery - St. Joseph's Hospital – Jerusalem Globally, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, but it is not exclusive to the female sex. In fact, the incidence of breast cancer in men is between 0.5% and 1%, compared to 85-90% among women. The chances of survival are closely linked to early screening. Indeed, early detection of breast cancer can increase the probability of survival by up to 90-93%. Spreading awareness through initiatives such as these is an essential step in building a strong and healthy society in which everyone recognises the importance of self-care and solidarity. Dr DIMA AWAD Specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics Surgery - St. Joseph's Hospital – Jerusalem When we organise awareness seminars like this one, the disease becomes less frightening for women. And the fear barrier is broken down, especially when women receive adequate information about the disease and how to deal with it. It is true that the disease scares women at first, but knowing prevention methods, how to avoid the risk and detect the disease early, greatly increases the chances of survival and effective treatment. HANNEH MAJLATON Jerusalem I fought breast cancer for three years. It was a very difficult experience, but God saved me. Those three years were extremely hard, but every night I prayed the rosary and asked God to intervene for me. He listened to me and healed me. Praise God. My advice to all women, especially those over forty, is to get tested for early diagnosis. The pain I experienced was really intense. I had to go through chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and it was an extremely painful time. However, thanks to God and the support of my family, I managed to get through it. Early diagnosis is not only a medical procedure, but also a pathway to hope and healing, and is a message to every individual that regular examinations and faith in God's power can make a big difference in dealing with this disease.