Phase III of Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign at HITEC-IMS, Taxila

HITEC-IMS > Events > Workshop MBBS > Phase III of Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign at HITEC-IMS, Taxila
  • October 20, 2026 - 9:00am
  • HITEC-IMS Auditorium

The Department of Community Medicine, HITEC-IMS, Taxila, successfully organized Phase III of its Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign on October 20, 2026. The event was graced by Begum Major General Ali Iqbal, HI(M), wife of the Chairman HITEC, as the Chief Guest. The campaign brought together female faculty members, medical and dental students, allied health sciences and nursing students, Army officers’ wives, female residents and staff of HIT and HIT Hospital, and students from HITEC schools and colleges.

Expert sessions were delivered by Dr. Aashi Mughal, HOD Community Medicine, on epidemiology, risk factors, and myths; Dr. Johum Javed, Consultant General and Laparoscopic Surgeon, HIT Hospital, on disease stages and treatment outcomes; Dr. Rabia Waseem, HOD Radiology, on screening, radiological investigations, and early diagnosis; and Dr. Raazia Mahmood, Assistant Professor of Pathology, on the role of histopathology in diagnosis and treatment planning.

An interactive question-and-answer session encouraged active participation and helped address attendees’ concerns. In her concluding remarks, the Chief Guest appreciated HITEC-IMS efforts in promoting breast cancer awareness and addressing this important public health issue.

A bake sale was also organized as part of the campaign, adding an engaging and welcoming element to the event. The event concluded successfully, highlighting the importance of breast cancer awareness, early detection, timely diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.

EVENT INFO :

  • Start Date:October 20, 2026
  • Start Time:9:00am
  • End Date:October 20, 2026
  • End Time:12:00pm
  • Location:HITEC-IMS Auditorium

Institutional Outcomes

  • Medical Expert: Equipped with essential knowledge, clinical skills, and a professional attitude to address medical problems effectively in a local context.
  • Communicator: Communicates effectively with patients, attendants, and other healthcare providers while adhering to professional and local norms.
  • Collaborator: Works alongside other healthcare professionals to provide safe and high-quality patient-centered care.
  • Leader: Demonstrates leadership skills to guide a team of healthcare professionals for cohesive and effective patient-centered care.
  • Health Advocate: Uses expertise to improve patient health while maintaining social accountability.
  • Scholar: Commits to lifelong learning, evidence-based medicine, and research with a positive attitude.
  • Professional: Upholds professionalism and social accountability through ethical and behavioral best practices.

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