Sharjah: With 16,511 breast cancer screenings conducted nationwide, surpassing previous years’ participation and reach, the Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) concluded ‘Pink Caravan’ on a high note, setting new benchmarks for impact and outreach. Operating through eight fixed clinics and over 111 mobile units, the campaign delivered free screenings, mammograms, and ultrasounds to individuals of […]
SHARJAH: As breast cancer awareness month (Pink October) approaches, the Pink Caravan (PC), an annual initiative by the Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), will be offering free screenings and awareness sessions to support the fight against breast cancer throughout the UAE. Themed ‘Powered by You’ PC invites individuals and the public and private sectors to […]
Dubai: Breast cancer, a formidable adversary in the realm of physical health, is also a formidable foe in the psychological landscape. While surviving cancer is undoubtedly a cause for celebration, breast cancer survivorship is also a time when patients bear the weight of the physical and emotional toll of the cancer journey. When survival mode […]
Sharjah: The future of art has touched down in the heart of Sharjah. As artificial intelligence entwines with artistic flair, an unparalleled experience emerges. Curated by the visionary team at Magzoid Magazine, “Harmony,” a one-of-a-kind installation, has been unveiled at Mega Mall, uniquely focused on breast cancer awareness. Proudly presented by Golden Loaf and Golden […]
Dubai: Hearing your partner has been diagnosed with cancer is like having the rug pulled out from under you. It’s a seismic shock that leaves you grappling with an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. Although you might not feel entitled to it, it is of maximum importance that you allow yourself to feel fear, sadness, and […]
Dubai: Any form of cancer challenges everything we know, from our mental to our physical and emotional well-being. We suddenly come face-to-face with our own mortality and then are forced to take action, like chemotherapy, that makes the quality of life as we know it, drastically fall. Similarly, breast cancer can be a challenging journey, […]
Dubai: Living with cancer can understandably have a significant psychological and emotional impact. There may be anxiety related to heightened awareness of uncertainty about the future, and low mood – often presenting itself as persistent sadness, loss of interest, and withdrawal, all of which can also be associated with the physical toll of cancer. Anger […]
On Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the exclusive unit at Burjeel Medical City, places great emphasis on the comfort and privacy of women patients Patients can walk in on the same day without prior appointments Abu Dhabi: To prioritize the comfort and privacy of women patients, Abu Dhabi’s Burjeel Medical City has launched an exclusive breast […]
Dubai: The 11th edition of Pink Caravan Ride (PCR), a breast cancer awareness initiative of UAE-based non-profit, Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), will commence its annual ride around the seven emirates on February 4, 2023, coinciding with World Cancer Day, and marking the internationally recognised day with a unique awareness programme on all forms of […]
Dubai: Hundreds of cyclists and bikers across Dubai gathered on Sunday morning to spread breast cancer awareness and contribute to cancer efforts at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) as part of UAE’s Pinktober activities. Under the theme of a pedal to fight, the community joined hands to participate in the historic 10km ride that also coincided […]
Dubai: Hundreds of UAE residents from all walks of life, including breast cancer survivors, will come together in Dubai on October 29 in a Guinness world record attempt to create the largest ribbon ever made of bicycles. Being held under the theme ‘pedal to fight’, the opening act of the two-day Breast Cancer Awareness ‘We […]
