871 Women Screened and 14 Cases Detected Early: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Announc...

The Health and Medical Education Authority at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the results of its "99" awareness campaign for the early detection of breast cancer. The initiative saw 871 women undergo medical examinations during the month of October 2026 across two medical facilities: Warith International Cancer Institution and Al-Thaqilayn Cancer Hospital.

In an official statement obtained by the shrine's website, the Authority noted that the medical screenings led to the discovery of 14 cases in their early stages. This early diagnosis provides significantly better treatment prospects, higher recovery rates, shorter treatment durations, and a reduced physical, psychological, and financial burden on patients and their families.

The statement explained that the campaign expanded its awareness activities over the past month by organizing field visits to universities, schools, companies, workplaces, mosques, and women's forums, as well as commercial centers, clubs, and orphan care institutions. These activities spanned Holy Karbala, Baghdad, Basra, and several southern governorates.

It added that the campaign's awareness message is not limited to October, but rather continues throughout the year, driven by the importance of early detection and the need to avoid delaying routine checkups.

Through its health and therapeutic institutions, the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to implement awareness and early screening programs aimed at boosting health consciousness, safeguarding women's health, and providing early detection and diagnostic opportunities across various governorates.