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AIIMS Patna organises Pink Walk, survivors’ meet for breast cancer awareness

Patna, Oct 27 (UNI) The Department of Radiation Oncology at AIIMS Patna on Tuesday organised a Pink Walk and a breast cancer survivors’ meet to promote awareness about early detection, timely treatment and comprehensive care.
The programme, held as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the theme “Every Story Is Unique, Every Journey Matters”. The Pink Walk was attended by AIIMS Patna Executive Director Prof. (Brig.) Dr Raju Agrawal, Dean Academics, Dr Punam Prasad Bhadani, Dean Research Dr Sanjay Pandey, Medical Superintendent Dr Prashant Singh, and other faculty members, healthcare professionals and BSc Nursing students.
The campaign highlighted symptoms such as breast lumps, changes in breast size or shape, skin or nipple changes, unusual discharge, and persistent swelling or discomfort. Participants were encouraged to seek medical evaluation for suspicious changes.
A survivors’ meet was organised in the afternoon, bringing together patients, survivors, caregivers and healthcare professionals. The interactive sessions covered rehabilitation, surgical options, breast reconstruction, the role of mammography and MRI in detection and follow-up, women’s health, and the management of treatment-related fatigue and lymphedema.
Survivors shared their experiences of treatment and recovery, highlighting the physical and emotional challenges associated with breast cancer and the importance of emotional support and rehabilitation.
The department reaffirmed its commitment to promoting breast cancer awareness, encouraging early diagnosis and supporting patients and their families throughout treatment and recovery.
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