Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that women\u2019s health, dignity, and empowerment are the foundation of national progress. He was addressing a seminar on breast cancer awareness organized jointly by Marriott Hotel and Maroof International Hospital in Islamabad.
\nHighlighting the growing threat of breast cancer in Pakistan, Chairman Senate Gilani said, \u201cA healthy mother is the guarantee of a healthy family. Without a collective national effort, controlling breast cancer will not be possible.\u201d
\nHe commended Maroof International Hospital for its awareness campaigns and community services, noting that the hospital\u2019s initiatives have brought hope and awareness to thousands of families. \u201cThe Pink Ribbon month should not remain a symbolic campaign \u2014 it is time for concrete action,\u201d he remarked, urging the nation to move \u201cbeyond the ribbon\u201d with practical steps for prevention, early detection, and treatment.
\nChairman Senate Gilani expressed deep concern over the social stigma and lack of awareness that hinder timely diagnosis. He underscored the need for equal access to early screening, treatment, and psychological support for all women, regardless of background or income.<\/p>\n
Referring to the National Institute of Health (Amendment) Act 2025, he announced the establishment of a National Cancer Patient Registry, saying it will enable effective, evidence-based policymaking for cancer control.
\nGilani also highlighted the importance of mental health support for cancer patients and their families, stating, \u201cHealing the mind is as essential as healing the body.\u201d
\nHe recommended setting up psychological counselling and support groups nationwide to assist patients in coping with the emotional challenges of the disease.
\n\u201cParliament is fully committed to promoting women\u2019s health and ensuring equitable healthcare access across Pakistan,\u201d he reaffirmed. \u201cIf any woman is deprived of care or attention, it is a collective failure of our society. We must all stand for our mothers, sisters, and daughters.\u201d
\nAt the conclusion of the seminar, Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani honored Alia Agha as the Brand Ambassador for Breast Cancer Awareness, paying tribute to the courage and resilience of women fighting the disease.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that women\u2019s health, dignity, and empowerment are the foundation of national progress. He was addressing a seminar on breast cancer awareness organized jointly by Marriott Hotel and Maroof International Hospital in Islamabad. Highlighting the growing threat of breast cancer in Pakistan, Chairman Senate Gilani said, \u201cA healthy […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":437394,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-508921","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n