Telecom Foundation successfully hosted a hybrid Breast Cancer Awareness Session at its Headquarters in collaboration with Shifa International Hospitals Limited, Shifa Foundation, and Medxol - Pakistan`s First Digital Healthcare & lifestyle Marketplace.

The session featured expert insights from Dr. Maria Mir Jan, Associate Consultant Breast Surgeon at Shifa International Hospital, who highlighted breast cancer awareness, early detection, warning signs, risk factors, and the importance of timely medical consultation.

Ms. Atifa Ehsan (EVP HR & Admin | GM Social Welfare) also addressed the audience and shared her valuable insights, encouraging female employees to break the stigma and taboos associated with breast cancer.

Under the visionary leadership of the President & CEO of Telecom Foundation, this initiative reaffirms the Foundation’s commitment to employee well-being, preventive healthcare, and fostering a workplace culture that promotes care, awareness, and empowerment.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Muhammad Abuzar (BSc Pharm.D MPH), Manager Health, and Ms. Syeda Shaherbano - CHRP, Assistant Manager HR, for their collaborative efforts in coordinating with partner organizations to support CSR and health-related initiatives, as well as for planning and executing the session. Their dedication and commitment were instrumental in the successful execution of this initiative.

With employees participating both in person and online, the session reinforced a powerful message: Early detection saves lives, and awareness empowers action.

Together, let us break the stigma surrounding breast cancer, encourage timely screening, and make preventive healthcare a shared priority.

Awareness Today. Early Detection Tomorrow. Healthier Futures Together.