The minister made this announcement at a Press conference held yesterday to mark the launch of the first breast cancer campaign in the UAE. “The focus has now shifted to fighting non-communicable diseases, mainly cancer, after the country has successfully managed to eradicate communicable diseases,” said Qutami. Dr Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazouei, director of HAAD, said the national drive was an important step in early detection of the disease.

Free mammogram

Lifeline Hospital and Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi have come together to raise awareness about breast cancer and help the population at risk (mainly women) fight this disease.

Under the initiative, women will be allowed a free mammogram facility at Lifeline Hospital between October 23 and 29. Besides, Al Wahda mall will support the initiative by putting up pink decorations, and setting up a breast cancer awareness desk on its premises to offer guidance and information to visitors on this disease.