An event to highlight the need for early detection of breast cancer was held in Jeddah.

Dr. Mayada Mohammad Samkari, family medicine consultant and a champion of the breast cancer screening pathway at the Second Jeddah Health Cluster, said picking up the disease early was a critical factor in saving lives.

“As a speaker at this event, my key message is that early detection and awareness of breast cancer can save lives. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women, but when caught early, the survival rate is significantly higher — over 90 percent for localized cases,” she said.