Dr. Natasha Thakur's Powerful Talk: Raising Breast Cancer Awareness and Promoting Prevention


 Dr. Natasha Thakur's Powerful Talk: Raising Breast Cancer Awareness and Promoting Prevention

Rehana Maqbool 

Srinagar,November 05

Department of Clinical Biochemistry in collaboration with Health Care committee of the college organised a awareness programme entitled “Awareness Programme on PCOS and Breast Cancer” in the college auditorium on 6th November 2023.


The speaker on the occasion was Dr. Natasha Thakur professor Dept. of General surgery, SKIMS. In an enlightening talk on breast cancer awareness, Dr. Natasha Thakur addressed a captive audience. 

Dr. Thakur's message was clear women must exercise extreme caution in the face of breast cancer, as they account for a staggering 99% of cases, while males make up a mere 1%.


She added this was once a condition primarily affecting older women, and breast cancer is now increasingly prevalent among younger age groups. 


Dr. Thakur delved into the multifaceted risk factors, such as gender, age, urbanization, delayed marriages, late pregnancies, dietary choices, and obesity Of particular significances. she stressed that a family history of breast cancer plays a pivotal role, increasing the risk by 15%.


 This talk didn't just raise awareness it also provided crucial knowledge about early signs of breast cancer, including breast lumps, pain, nipple discharge, and changes in breast tissue.


The apex of her message was a call to action - urging the audience to engage in regular self-examinations for early detection. 


Dr. Thakur concluded her impactful talk with a prescription for a lower risk of breast cancer, including the promotion of early marriages and pregnancies. This presentation was a compelling journey through the world of breast cancer awareness and prevention.

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