PTCL, Shaukat Khanum conduct breast cancer awareness session
The online session aimed to raise awareness on self-examination and denounce common myths that surround this disease. Guest speaker, Dr. Umm-e-Farwa Ali Zaidi from Jinnah Sindh Medical University explained the risks of Breast Cancer and how early detection can allow people to live a healthy life
ISLAMABAD, OCT 21 - Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) continued with its tradition to create Breast Cancer awareness in the organization across Pakistan.
In
collaboration with Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center,
a special webinar was conducted, not only for PTCL female employees, but also
for female family members of company’s male employees.
The
online session aimed to raise awareness on self-examination and denounce common
myths that surround this disease. Guest speaker, Dr. Umm-e-Farwa Ali Zaidi from
Jinnah Sindh Medical University explained the risks of Breast Cancer and how
early detection can allow people to live a healthy life.
Moreover,
the speaker gave detailed information on the self-examination procedure and
answered questions from the participants.
Mazhar Hussain, Group Chief Human Resource Officer, PTCL & Ufone, said,
“PTCL, being a caring organization, strives to provide a healthy work
environment and hosts sessions on
creating awareness on various issues such as mental & physical
well-being, stress management, work-life balance, amongst others.
Breast
cancer is increasing day by day in Pakistan and there is dire need to educate
people and to spread awareness on early detection to save lives. Our
collaboration with Shaukat Khanum is a testament to our commitment towards this
cause.”
In
addition to the webinar, PTCL is running a comprehensive digital awareness
campaign on Breast Cancer for its female staff under ‘The Pink Club’.
Furthermore, PTCL has turned its corporate logo pink on all social media
platforms to show solidarity with the cause.
PTCL,
through such initiatives, endeavors to educate its employees and their friends
and families to live a healthy and prosperous life.
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