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First Lady Sajidha Mohamed has urged women to pay attention to their health and seek medical help quickly if they notice possible signs of breast cancer.
Mariyam Adheela
First Lady Sajidha Mohamed speaks at a breast cancer awareness symposium, urging women to seek medical help early and get regular health checks -- Photo: President Office
Male’: First Lady Sajidha Mohamed has called on women to focus on their health and seek medical help if they notice changes in their bodies.
She made the remarks while opening a breast cancer awareness symposium.
Madam Sajidha said awareness is an important part of cancer care. She urged women to notice changes in their bodies and not ignore health concerns.
Madam Sajidha said early detection can help patients start treatment sooner and improve their chances of recovery.
She noted that breast cancer affects many women and can also have an impact on families and communities.
She encouraged women to seek medical advice as soon as they notice unusual changes. She also stressed the importance of regular health checks.
Madam Sajidha said mammograms, ultrasounds, biopsies and pathology services are important for detecting breast cancer.
She also called for greater use of modern technology in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Health workers should be given the skills needed to use new technology effectively.
She said women receiving treatment should also get the information and emotional support they need.
Madam Sajidha stressed that living across different islands should not prevent women from receiving proper cancer care. She called for stronger health services in different parts of the country.
She also urged families and communities to support women going through breast cancer treatment and encouraged women to take regular health checks seriously.
