KACST Launches Its Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Initiative

Dr. Khaled Al-Saleh, Chairman of the Campaign’s Board of Directors, emphasized in his opening address that early detection gives women greater opportunities to receive effective treatment and achieve better outcomes, stressing the importance of sustained health awareness and education. He noted that “breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Kuwait, representing a public health issue that requires enhanced awareness of warning signs and encouraging women to seek medical advice without delay.”

He called for strengthening women’s awareness of their health, paying attention to any unusual changes, and seeking medical consultation when such changes are observed, pointing out that self-awareness does not replace specialized medical examinations.

For her part, Dr. Hessa Al-Shahin, a member of the CAN Board of Directors and head of the breast cancer awareness initiative, stated in her speech at the event that since 2010, CAN has successfully trained 197,000 high school students in self-examination and early detection, thanks to the efforts of more than 1,000 physical education teachers who have become certified trainers in this field.

She mentioned that the launch of the initiative comes in partnership with the Sidra Association for Psychological Care of Cancer Patients, with support from several private sector companies, in collaboration with the International Women’s Group, and with the participation of the Media Office of the Ministry of Health and the Health Promotion Department.

The opening ceremony included an art exhibition titled “When Art Speaks About Women… What Does It Say?” in cooperation with the Syndicate of Artists and Media Professionals, alongside the recognition of several sponsors and supporters of the initiative.