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Doctors in Sarh raise awareness of breast cancer and STIs

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Doctors from Moyen-Chari raised awareness among pupils, students and Sarh residents about breast cancer, sexually transmitted infections and their prevention. At a conference organised as part of Pink October, health professionals explained the signs of breast cancer, the benefits of early screening and ways to prevent STIs, Alwihda Info reports.

Doctors from Chad’s Moyen-Chari province held a conference on breast cancer and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) at the Ngarta Tombalbaye Cultural Palace in Sarh, Alwihda Info reports. Organised as part of Pink October, the meeting was aimed at pupils, students and city residents.

Obstetrician-gynaecologist Édouard Mbairassem presented the risk factors for breast cancer and ways of preventing it, according to Alwihda Info. Discussions also covered STIs and behaviours that can limit their transmission.

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