Collaborative Health Awareness Initiative

On October 23, 2025, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University partnered with AllianceMed Breast Clinic to deliver an industry guest lecture for fifth-grade students. The event, titled “Early Detection Saves Lives: Empowering Women Through Breast Cancer Awareness,” aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer and emphasize the critical importance of preventive screenings.

Event Proceedings

Opening Session

  • Dr. Shajwan Salar welcomed attendees and provided program overview

  • Discussion of breast cancer’s public health implications and impact

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulsamad Salahuddin, Dean of Faculty of Pharmacy, emphasized breast cancer awareness importance

Educational Presentation

  • Dr. Ramen Kasraw Hadi delivered comprehensive presentation covering:

    • Breast cancer causes and risk factors

    • Symptoms and early warning signs

    • Early detection methods and screening importance

    • Prevention strategies and healthy lifestyle adoption

    • Facts and myths clarification about breast cancer

    • Risk reduction through proactive health measures

Closing Recognition

Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Javed Naim, Head of Pharmacy Department, concluded by acknowledging:

  • Event organizers and supporting staff

  • Distinguished speaker contributions

  • Active student participation and engagement

  • Collaborative success of the awareness initiative

Organizational Leadership

Significant contributions to event organization and execution from:

  • Dr. Hawlan Halgurd of AllianceMed Breast Clinic

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulsamad Salahuddin, Dean of Faculty of Pharmacy

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Javed Naim, Head of Pharmacy Department

This collaborative event demonstrated the Faculty of Pharmacy’s commitment to educating future pharmacists about public health responsibilities and disease prevention strategies from early academic stages.

Keywords: Breast Cancer Awareness, Industry Lecture, Public Health Education, Early Detection, Pharmacy Education, Health Prevention, Collaborative Healthcare, Disease Awareness, Medical Education