The event was attended by Pamukkale University Vice Rector Prof. Dr. İbrahim Türkçüer; Chief Physician Prof. Dr. Hakan Alkan; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sevda Yılmaz, a faculty member in the Department of General Surgery; Prof. Dr. Gamze Gököz Doğu, Head of the Department of Medical Oncology; Prof. Dr. Papatya Bahar Baltalarlı, Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology; Director of Nursing Services Türkan Hayta and her deputies; nurses and staff who work devotedly in breast cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment; students; as well as patients and their relatives visiting the hospital.

During the speeches delivered as part of the event, the importance of detecting breast cancer at an early stage was emphasised in terms of the treatment process and quality of life. Attention was drawn to the need to undergo screenings appropriate to one’s age and personal risk profile, avoid neglecting regular health check-ups, and seek medical care promptly when changes in the breast are noticed. Pamukkale University Vice Rector Prof. Dr. İbrahim Türkçüer stated that the fight against cancer involves more than medical treatment alone, noting that psychosocial support, family support and a multidisciplinary approach also play an important role in this process. Chief Physician Prof. Dr. Hakan Alkan highlighted the importance of early diagnosis in the fight against cancer, emphasised the contribution of awareness initiatives to public health, and thanked all colleagues who contributed to organising the event.

Early Diagnosis Saves Lives

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sevda Yılmaz, a faculty member in the Department of General Surgery, highlighted the importance of early diagnosis, accurate assessment and appropriate treatment in breast cancer. Prof. Dr. Gamze Gököz Doğu, Head of the Department of Medical Oncology, stated that making reliable health information accessible to the public, encouraging participation in regular health check-ups and raising awareness are important in the fight against breast cancer.

Director of Nursing Services Türkan Hayta thanked the healthcare professionals who work devotedly in the hospital’s screening, diagnosis and treatment processes, noting that timely and appropriate guidance can contribute to hopeful outcomes for patients and their families.

The event was organised through the dedicated efforts of the Nursing Education Unit, Oncology Nurse Educators and Breast Clinic nurses, with the support of hospital management and academics. The nurses involved in preparing and carrying out the event contributed to promoting awareness of early breast cancer diagnosis and ensuring that the public had access to accurate information.

Throughout the day, the information stand remained open to patients and their relatives visiting the hospital, providing information about breast health, the importance of early diagnosis and health check-ups. At the end of the programme, pink ribbons, a symbol of awareness, and informational brochures were distributed to participants, and refreshments were served.