LAHORE: A seminar focused on breast cancer awareness highlighted the importance of a balanced diet, a simple lifestyle, and increased awareness as essential factors in preventing breast cancer, Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali stated. The event, organized at Punjab University Al Raazi Hall in collaboration with Pink Ribbon Pakistan, gathered notable attendees including PEMRA Director General Ayesha Manzoor Wattoo, Dean of the Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences Prof. Dr. Rubeena Zakar, CEO of Pink Ribbon Pakistan Umar Aftab, and breast cancer specialist Dr. Gulnaz, among others.

According to University of the Punjab, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali emphasized the treatability of breast cancer with proper self-care and encouraged students to act as ambassadors to spread awareness within their communities. He stressed the importance of women's financial independence for empowerment and called for collective efforts to improve the country. The Vice Chancellor also acknowledged the contributions of Dr. Sonia Umar and collaborating organizations in organizing the seminar.

Ayesha Manzoor Wattoo, PEMRA Director General, highlighted the impact of a mother's health on household dynamics and called for heightened awareness efforts in rural areas. Umar Aftab, CEO of Pink Ribbon Pakistan, noted that lifestyle changes could prevent approximately 40 percent of cancer cases and praised Punjab University's role in promoting awareness. Prof. Dr. Rubeena Zakar reaffirmed the university's commitment to breast cancer prevention and awareness initiatives. Dr. Sonia Umar expressed gratitude towards the university administration, Pink Ribbon Pakistan, and Essa Lab for their support in the seminar's success.