The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS), Swat, in collaboration with Pink Ribbon Pakistan, organized a Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar on Prevention and Control for female faculty members and students from all faculties of the university. The event was organized under the supervision of Ms. Azka Mehmood.

The program commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by Naat. The event was hosted by students from the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

The guest speaker, Dr. Aisha (WMO), delivered an informative session on breast cancer, highlighting its causes, symptoms, early detection, prevention, and control. Dr. Nimra Humayun demonstrated the clinical breast examination procedure and guided students on the importance of regular screening and early diagnosis. Furthermore, Ms. Faiza Iqbal provided valuable guidance regarding mammography and ultrasound procedures used in breast cancer screening and diagnosis.

Female students from all faculties actively participated in various awareness activities. They also distributed pink ribbons and informational pamphlets provided by Pink Ribbon Pakistan to promote awareness about breast cancer and encourage early detection.

At the conclusion of the seminar, Dr. Ayesha Humayun and Ms. Azka Mehmood presented a shield to the guest speaker in recognition of her valuable contribution to the awareness session.

The seminar served as an important initiative to educate female students and faculty members about breast cancer awareness, early detection, prevention, and the importance of timely medical consultation.

In her concluding remarks, Ms. Azka Mehmood expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the university administration for its valuable support in organizing the seminar. She extended special thanks to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Shakeeb Ullah, for his encouragement and support. She also thanked the guest speakers for sharing their expertise and providing practical guidance to the participants. Special appreciation was extended to the Allied Health Sciences (AHS) Society for managing the event activities and decoration, and to the DVM students for their valuable support and cooperation in making the seminar successful.

The seminar concluded with a message emphasizing the importance of awareness, early detection, and collective efforts in preventing and controlling breast cancer.