Beyond Pink unites experts and survivors to champion women’s health in the UAE

Beyond Pink by HEALTH Magazine brought together a powerful mix of medical experts, cancer survivors and community advocates for an evening dedicated to women’s wellness and empowered conversation. Held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the gathering opened with a warm welcome by Health Magazine editor Suchitra Bajpai Chaudhary and unfolded into a meaningful, insight-rich programme designed to highlight early detection, informed choices and the collective responsibility to prioritise women’s health.

The two-hour event, featuring two panel discussions, was moderated by eminent journalist Manju Ramanan. The highlight of the evening was the keynote address by globally acclaimed actress and author Lisa Ray, who shared her journey of overcoming multiple myeloma. She stressed the urgency of including women in all clinical studies and encouraged women to consider Hormone Replacement Therapy for menopause relief. Her presence brought depth and inspiration, reminding the audience that resilience, awareness and early intervention can change lives. She was honoured with a floral bouquet, plaque and certificate in recognition of her contribution.

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Commenting on the event, Vignesh S Unadkat, COO of Thumbay Media, said: "Women’s health deserves this level of attention and openness. I’m grateful to everyone who showed up, spoke up and helped turn Beyond Pink into a space where learning, support and hope came together."

The first panel brought together top medical experts including Dr Brajesh Mittal (Cardiology), Dr Shady Lahbib (Nutrition), Dr Partha Sarathi Das (Reproductive Medicine), Dr Rini Kuruvilla (Gynaecology and Obstetrics), Dr Muhammad S. Tahir (Mental Health) and clinical dietician Ms Mitun Sarkar. Each specialist addressed key issues affecting women today — heart health, nutrition, fertility, gynaecological screening, mental wellbeing and lifestyle balance. Their insights offered clear, actionable takeaways for women to prioritise their health at every stage of life.

The second panel shifted the spotlight to courage and lived experiences. Breast cancer warriors Ms Renuka Parmeshwar Sharma and Ms Shirin Sarkaree shared their personal battles, offering messages of hope, perseverance and the power of early screening. Supporting the discussion, general surgeon Dr Verushka Mansukhani guided the audience on the importance of self-examination, timely diagnosis and regular screenings to reduce risk and avoid advanced-stage treatment.

Dr Nadia Choudhry, founder and managing director of NADZ Healthcare, added: "At NADZ, we believe health is not just about treatments, it’s about dignity, care and being present when it matters most. Supporting an initiative like Beyond Pink reflects our commitment to empower every woman with knowledge, compassion and access."

Beyond Pink delivered a simple message — women’s health deserves attention, conversation and community support. The event reaffirmed that well-being is not a luxury but a necessity, and every woman deserves the tools and knowledge to take charge of her life.