A recent YouGov survey undertaken by leading global health insurance provider Aetna International found that 43% of women in the UAE said they have never taken steps to check for breast cancer. The results demonstrate the need to strengthen awareness for women of all ages in the UAE to undertake regular checks and screenings.
A lot of organizations are proudly supporting global and local drives to raise awareness of breast cancer this October. Breast cancer is still accounting for more than 30% of female deaths in the UAE. And one in 10 Arab girls born today is predicted to be diagnosed with the disease later in life. With these …
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As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we take a look at the psychological aspects behind breast cancer and breast reconstruction after mastectomy. In this regard, we spoke to Dr Adnan Tahir, a Plastic and Reconstruction Surgeon with special focus on breast reconstruction at Dubai Cosmetic Surgery clinic.
