Kafr Qara Illuminates October Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
Kafr Qara hosted an "Illuminating October Pink" event on October 23, 2026, to raise breast cancer awareness and promote early detection. The municipality, in collaboration with the Mariam Foundation and health units, featured patient testimonies, medical lectures, and artistic performances. The event aimed to empower women and encourage proactive health measures throughout the year, culminating in the venue being lit pink in solidarity.
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- Kafr Qara held an "Illuminating October Pink" event on October 23, 2026, to raise breast cancer awareness.
- The event featured patient advocates Samia Yaqoub and Khudra Asli Kilani sharing their experiences.
- Dr. Nour Al-Shehri from the Ministry of Health lectured on breast cancer and early detection.
- The municipality emphasized women's health as a core community responsibility.
- The venue was illuminated pink to show solidarity with breast cancer patients.
The municipality of Kafr Qara organized an evening event titled "Illuminating October Pink" on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the community center. The event, spearheaded by the unit for the advancement of women's status and the health unit in cooperation with the Mariam Foundation, aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.
The event was emceed by media personality Ruba Warwar. Patient advocates Samia Yaqoub and Khudra Asli Kilani shared their personal experiences, highlighting the significance of willpower, family, and community support. The municipality emphasized that women's health is central to its community work and its support for awareness initiatives.
Mohammed Hamed, director of the Mariam Foundation, discussed the organization's role in spreading awareness and supporting patients and their families. Bruin Azab, the mayor's advisor for women's affairs and head of the unit for the advancement of women's status, played a key role in organizing and coordinating the event. She affirmed that the unit serves all women in Kafr Qara, offering support and embracing their initiatives, and that their health and empowerment are ongoing responsibilities.
Ghadir Aql, representing the Kafr Qara Women's Affairs Committee, encouraged women to prioritize their health and volunteer. Writer Shawqia Arouq also contributed to the program. Medical insights were provided by Dr. Nour Al-Shehri from the Ministry of Health, who lectured on breast cancer and early detection, and Dr. Jamil Mohsen, a specialist and clinic director, who discussed relevant medical aspects. Nurse Narges Othmaneh spoke about women's health maintenance and follow-up examinations, mentioning a planned future health day for women.
The evening featured musical performances by artist Lana Ali and artistic segments with the Tulip Institute and the Mariam Foundation. Local businesses and initiatives also participated. The venue was illuminated in pink to show solidarity with women battling the disease. The municipality extended thanks to all collaborating organizations, staff, volunteers, and participants, especially Mohammed Alimi for his significant preparation and organizational efforts.
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