The Link Between Obesity and Breast Cancer

The Link Between Obesity and Breast Cancer

Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, and in Pakistan, its prevalence continues to rise every year. While genetics and age are important factors, lifestyle choices play a major role in determining a woman’s risk. Among these,...
Aseefa for united action to prevent breast cancer

Aseefa for united action to prevent breast cancer

First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari has called for united action — involving government institutions, health professionals, media, and communities — to raise awareness to combat breast cancer, the most common cancer among women in Pakistan and the highest in prevalence...
Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment: What’s New in 2025?

Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment: What’s New in 2025?

Each year, the fight against breast cancer becomes stronger through groundbreaking discoveries and innovative treatments. As we step into 2025, research and technology are transforming how breast cancer is detected, treated, and managed — offering new hope to patients...
Lifestyle Choices That Help Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Lifestyle Choices That Help Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Breast cancer is one of the most common health challenges faced by women around the world. While no one can completely control whether or not they develop breast cancer, research shows that adopting healthy lifestyle habits can significantly reduce the risk. Simple...
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Breast Cancer Prevention

Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. While some risk factors like genetics and age cannot be changed, research shows that adopting a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk. Making small, consistent changes in your...
The Importance of Early Detection in Breast Cancer

The Importance of Early Detection in Breast Cancer

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in Pakistan and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Yet, what makes this disease particularly tragic is that it is often detectable early and treatable if caught in time. Early detection can mean the...
Breast Cancer: The Most Common and Lethal Cancer in Pakistan

Breast Cancer: The Most Common and Lethal Cancer in Pakistan

Breast cancer is not just a disease—it is a national crisis in Pakistan. It is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women and tragically, also one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the country. Despite medical advancements and increased global...
The Most Lethal Cancer in Pakistan

The Most Lethal Cancer in Pakistan

Breast Cancer: The Most Lethal Cancer in Pakistan – Support Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Trust Hospital with Your Zakat Breast cancer is the most lethal cancer in Pakistan, claiming the lives of thousands of women every year. With one of the highest breast cancer...
Zakat for Breast Cancer Patients: A Lifeline of Hope

Zakat for Breast Cancer Patients: A Lifeline of Hope

Breast cancer remains one of the most challenging health crises affecting women worldwide. While medical advancements have improved survival rates, financial burdens often prevent many from accessing timely treatment. In such moments, Zakat for breast cancer patients...
Zakat: A Lifeline for Needy Breast Cancer Patients

Zakat: A Lifeline for Needy Breast Cancer Patients

Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, and giving. As we seek blessings through charity, it is essential to direct our zakat towards causes that make a real difference in people’s lives. Among the most deserving are needy patients battling breast cancer—women...
Zakat Ki Fazilat Aur Fitrana Ki Ahmiyat Ramadan Mein

Zakat Ki Fazilat Aur Fitrana Ki Ahmiyat Ramadan Mein

Ramadan Mubarak ka maheena rehmaton aur barkaton ka maheena hai. Yehi wo mahina hai jismein Allah Ta’ala ne Quran Majeed ka nazool farmaya aur isi mahine mein humare liye be-shumaar ibadat aur nekiyon ka darwaza khol diya gaya. Is mubarak mahine mein Zakat aur Fitrana...
Zakat Giving to Patients and Blessings from Allah

Zakat Giving to Patients and Blessings from Allah

Zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam, is a powerful act of worship and a means of purifying one’s wealth. It is an obligation upon every eligible Muslim to give a portion of their wealth to those in need, ensuring a just and compassionate society. Among the most...
Zakat – Wo Jo Zindagi Bachaye

Zakat – Wo Jo Zindagi Bachaye

Support Breast Cancer Patients This Ramadan Ramadan is a time of reflection, prayer, and generosity. As we seek blessings through acts of kindness, one of the most impactful ways to give back is by fulfilling our obligation of Zakat. This Ramadan, let your Zakat be...
The Impact of Breast Cancer on Women’s Lives

The Impact of Breast Cancer on Women’s Lives

Breast cancer is more than just a medical condition; it is a life-altering journey that affects women on multiple levels. From the moment of diagnosis, women face a myriad of challenges, ranging from physical suffering to emotional turmoil, financial strain, and...
The Best Time to Pay Zakat: Maximizing Rewards in Ramadan

Zakat in Ramadan: A Source of Hope and Healing

Ramadan is a time of devotion, reflection, and charity. One of the most significant acts of giving in Islam is Zakat, an obligatory charity that purifies wealth and supports those in need. During this blessed month, channeling your Zakat towards a noble cause can...
Breast Cancer Treatment: A Costly and Painful Journey

Breast Cancer Treatment: A Costly and Painful Journey

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide, affecting millions of women every year. While advancements in medical science have improved survival rates, the treatment remains both financially and physically challenging. From surgery to...
Why Breast Cancer is Spreading in Young Girls

Why Breast Cancer is Spreading in Young Girls

Breast cancer, historically considered a disease affecting older women, is increasingly being diagnosed in young girls and women worldwide. This alarming trend raises questions about the underlying causes and emphasizes the need for awareness and proactive measures....
Top 5 Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

Top 5 Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, and while awareness has increased significantly, many myths still surround it. These misconceptions can lead to fear, misinformation, and delayed action. Let’s tackle the top five breast cancer myths and...
The Alarming Rise of Breast Cancer Deaths in Pakistan

The Alarming Rise of Breast Cancer Deaths in Pakistan

Breast cancer has become one of the leading causes of death among women in Pakistan, with thousands succumbing to the disease every year. Despite being treatable and often curable if detected early, many women lose their lives due to delayed diagnosis, lack of...
Punjab’s lead to cure breast cancer

Punjab’s lead to cure breast cancer

Posted on Minute Mirror: READ NOW Breast cancer has become one of the most significant health threats to women worldwide, with Pakistan recording some of the highest incidences in Asia. Every year, 40,000 women in Pakistan lose their lives to this disease, and more...
Radiation Therapy – Breast Cancer Care

Radiation Therapy – Breast Cancer Care

Shining Light on Radiation Therapy: How it Works in Breast Cancer Care Radiation therapy plays a crucial role in the treatment of breast cancer, offering targeted and effective therapy to destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. In this blog,...
Understanding Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Treatment

Understanding Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Treatment

Unveiling the Journey: Understanding Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Treatment Chemotherapy is a crucial component of breast cancer treatment, but it’s often accompanied by uncertainty and fear. Understanding how chemotherapy works and what to expect during...
Breast Cancer Therapy

Breast Cancer Therapy

Navigating Treatment Options: A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Cancer Therapy A breast cancer diagnosis can be daunting, but understanding the available treatment options is crucial for making informed decisions about your care. From surgery and radiation to...
Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Decoding Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Understanding Tests and Results Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but understanding the tests and results involved can help demystify the process and empower patients to make informed decisions about their...
Know Your Risk: Breast Cancer Risk Assessment

Know Your Risk: Breast Cancer Risk Assessment

Breast cancer awareness is crucial, and understanding your individual risk factors is a key step in the fight against this prevalent disease. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you assess your risk and take proactive steps towards your health. Age: The...
Navigating Breast Cancer Risk

Navigating Breast Cancer Risk

A Comprehensive Checklist for Awareness As we embark on the journey of breast cancer awareness, understanding individual risk factors is paramount. Pink Ribbon presents a comprehensive scorecard to empower women with knowledge and facilitate proactive health...
Survivor’s Triumph: Breast Cancer Resilience

Survivor’s Triumph: Breast Cancer Resilience

In a world shaken by the words “you have breast cancer,” countless women undergo life-altering transformations each year in Pakistan. Explore the profound journey and renewed life of Hameeda Nasir, a breast cancer survivor, as she candidly shares her...
Navigating Mammograms: Answering Your FAQs

Navigating Mammograms: Answering Your FAQs

Mammography is a crucial aspect of women’s health, serving as a frontline defense in the early detection of breast cancer. As this screening tool plays a pivotal role, it’s natural to have questions. Let’s unravel the mysteries surrounding mammograms...
Understanding Benign Breast Diseases: Intraductal Papilloma

Understanding Benign Breast Diseases: Intraductal Papilloma

Breast health is a topic of paramount importance for every woman, as breast-related issues can often raise concerns. Benign breast diseases, although non-cancerous, can sometimes be mistaken for more severe conditions like breast cancer. In this blog, we will explore...
Understanding Fibrocystic Changes in the Breast

Understanding Fibrocystic Changes in the Breast

Is every breast lump cancerous? Not at all! Fibrocystic disease is one possibility you should know about. Breast health is a matter of great concern, and breast lumps can be especially alarming. However, not all breast lumps are cancerous. One common condition that...
BRCA Gene Testing for Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know

BRCA Gene Testing for Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know

Most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer did not inherit a genetic mutation linked to breast cancer and have no family history of the disease. However, for some individuals, understanding their genetic risk can be a crucial step in managing their health. The...
COVID-19 Vaccines and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 Vaccines and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 vaccines have proven to be a crucial tool in reducing the risk of contracting COVID-19 and preventing severe illness and death. This is encouraging news for individuals, including those undergoing breast cancer treatment, as these vaccines are generally...
Breast Cancer Stages: Understanding the Journey

Breast Cancer Stages: Understanding the Journey

Being diagnosed with breast cancer can be overwhelming, but understanding its stages is crucial for planning the right treatment. Staging helps doctors determine the extent and spread of cancer, guiding the course of action. Let’s break down the stages in an...
What is a Biopsy and Why is it Done?

What is a Biopsy and Why is it Done?

A biopsy is a diagnostic procedure used to examine suspicious tissue in the breast. It can be performed by inserting a needle through the skin to remove a tissue sample or through a minor surgical procedure to remove some or all of the suspicious tissue. Biopsies are...

Understanding Metastatic Breast Cancer Symptoms

Metastatic breast cancer occurs when cancer cells spread from the breast to other parts of the body. The symptoms experienced depend on which organ the cancer cells have invaded.   Here’s a breakdown of common symptoms to be aware of:   Symptoms of...

Breast Health & Awareness

Breast Health & Awareness The biggest reason of the highest prevalence of breast cancer in Pakistan is lack of awareness which causesa delay in detection of breast cancer and most of the women approach hospitals at advanced stages of cancer. Pink Ribbon isrunning...

Youth Programme

Youth Programme In social transformation, youth are the real change agents. We strongly believe that educating, capacitating and sensitizing youngsters is essential in reshaping society at large. Pink Ribbon Pakistan, in collaboration with Higher Education Commission...

What is Breast Cancer

What is Breast Cancer #AskPinkRibbon Cells in the body normally divides at a steady and even pace. Human body continuously forms New cells to take the place of old and injured cells. Sometimes, however, when cells divide and multiply rapidly, they form a lump also...

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Tumor Board

Tumor Board #AskPinkRibbon A panel of breast cancer specialists who will review the diagnostic reports of all cases and will recommend a multidisciplinary treatment plan for the patients. Primarily, our tumor board will include oncologist, radiologist, pathologist and...

Treatment

Treatment #AskPinkRibbon When a diagnosis of breast cancer has been made, your doctor will discuss the best treatment for you, the timing of your treatment, and any potential side effects. Your diagnosis and treatment decisions will be influenced by factors such as...

Survivor Programme

Survivor Programme Breast Cancer Survivors play a very integral part in the journey of newly diagnosed patients. Pink Ribbon salutes all the survivors and caregivers who devotedly and patiently walk through this difficult journey and come out as brave warriors. At...

Surgical Ward

Surgical Ward #AskPinkRibbon   State-of-the-art Surgical Unit/Operation Theatre specifically designed for breast surgeries by highly experienced surgeons will be available at the hospital, followed by complete breast cancer management. The Surgical unit will...

Stages of Breast Cancer

Stages of Breast Cancer #AskPinkRibbon A stage is usually expressed as a number on a scale of 0 through IV — with stage 0 describing non-invasive cancers that remain within their original location and stage IV describing invasive cancers that have spread outside the...

Spread The Word

Spread Our Words Digital Campaign Ambassador You can support Pink Ribbon in our greater cause by becoming a “DIGITAL CAMPAIGN AMBASSADOR” (DCA). We encourage all, especially the youth, to join our digital platforms given below and motivate your family, friends and...

Signs & Symptoms

Signs & Symptoms #AskPinkRibbon Women experience breast changes in size, texture and shape during her lifetime. Sometimes they feel pain or tenderness, especially during breastfeeding and menopause. Most of the time there is nothing to fear about these changes but...

Roshan Digital Account

Roshan Digital Account Easily send Zakat and Donations to Pink Ribbon from anywhere across the world. Login to your Netbanking or Bank App of Faysal Bank, UBL, MCB, Bank of Punjab or Habib Metro Bank and do the following:   Step 1: Log-in to Netbanking / Bank App...

Roshan Samaaji Khidmat

Roshan Samaaji Khidmat Easily send Zakat and Donations to Pink Ribbon from anywhere across the world. Login to your Netbanking or Bank App of Faysal Bank, UBL, MCB, Bank of Punjab or Habib Metro Bank and do the following:   Step 1: Log-in to Netbanking / Bank App...

Radiology Ward

Radiology Ward #AskPinkRibbon The Hospital will have state-of-the-art Radiology Centre to provide a complete range of latest radiological imaging through Mammography, X-Ray and Ultrasound. Over 10,000 deserving patients will get free diagnosis each year. Experienced...

Purchase Merchandise

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Procurement

Procurement TENDER NOTICE TENDER NOTICE Sealed tenders are invited from Medical Suppliers/Manufacturers for the following items for Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Hospital Lahore. The tender documents will be available immediately after the date of publication of this...

Post Treatment

Post Treatment #AskPinkRibbon You may experience immense anxiety, depression, weakness and helplessness after your treatment, but you must be happy and thankful to have survived at first hand. Following are some tips and techniques to cope with post-treatment stress....

Polo In Pink

Pink Ribbon in collaboration with Lahore Polo Club arranged “Polo in Pink” Event on 25 October 2020. “Polo in Pink” event – a fun day out created to support breast cancer awareness in Pakistan. A large number of people from different walks of life turned out to enjoy...

Pitch Up in Pink

“Pitch Up in Pink – Cricket for A Cause” took place at Shalimar Cricket Stadium, Islamabad on 8th of November 2020 between Parliamentarians and TV Anchors to raise awareness on Breast Cancer and healthy lifestyle. Pink Ribbon engaged Parliamentarians and News anchors...

PINKtober

October is internationally celebrated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Along the world we celebrate this as PINKtober. The month-long campaign allows the issue to be highlighted as a top health priority, with the disease affecting many women in their lives. During...

Pink Ribbon Hospital

Pink Ribbon Hospital Pink Ribbon is establishing an end-to-end solution for Breast Cancer Patients, where deserving patients will be provided free of cost diagnosis and treatment under one roof. Meanwhile, State-of-the-art 3D digital Mammogram and Shear-wave...

Pink Illumination

Pink Illumination The world has witnessed extraordinary responses to the Pink Illumination campaign in the past few years. Last year more than 50 buildings were illuminated in Pakistan alone in support of the cause of Pink Ribbon and this year we aim to cross 100...

Patient Financial Services

Patient Financial Support programmes: Pink Ribbon has multiple programmes to assist breast cancer patients according to their financial needs and preferences. We believe that no patient should go without lifesaving medication because they cannot afford it. 1.Financial...

Patient Advisory Services

PATIENT ADVISORY SERVICES We advise, guide and  counsel women who have symptoms through listening to their problems and advise them according to their requirement and convenience.   PATIENT ADVISORY SERVICES We support, console and counsel women who have symptoms...

One Stop Breast Care Clinic

One Stop Breast Care Clinic #AskPinkRibbon The One Stop Breast Clinic is a fast-track diagnostic clinic for women who have noticed any changes in their breasts with an accurate diagnosis in a matter of hours. This approach to breast cancer diagnosis aims to provide...

Oncology Ward

Oncology Ward #AskPinkRibbon Pink Ribbon Hospital is setting up 12 bay chemotherapy unit. Chemotherapy sessions will be administrated on visiting bases, however, patients requiring extended medical support will be admitted. Yearly 7,400 chemotherapy sessions will be...

National Screening

National Screening Pink Ribbon launched the first ever national screening in Pakistan with Breast Cancer Mobile Mammogram Clinic in collaboration with INMOL Cancer Hospital in 2009. The mobile unit, for 3 years, reached out to the poorest of the poor women for free...

i care foundation

i-care-foundation. American Pakistanis” can give their Donation to Pink Ribbon through i-care-foundation and can avail 501 (c) 3 tax exemption. DONATE...

Host a Pink Golf

Pink Ribbon has organized its Corporate Golf Retreat at Defence Raya Golf and Country Club, Lahore. The charity event aimed to bring together the Corporate Leaders of Pakistan to experience one of the best golf courses of the country, to have fun and yet donate...

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions We aim to provide adequate information about breast cancer, educate our people to not only acquire basic knowledge but advanced as well so you can make the right choices! Ask A Question General Questions What is Cancer? A term for diseases...

Early Detection Techniques

Early Detection Techniques #AskPinkRibbon Ultrasound Ultrasound is used to target a specific area of concern found on the mammogram. Ultrasound helps distinguish between cysts (fluid-filled sacs) and solid masses, and sometimes can help differentiating between benign...

Cricket for a Cause

Using the platform of PSL, which is now counted amongst the top T20 leagues in the world, is a perfect way to create awareness about the disease. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) along with the biggest tournament of cricket, Pakistan Super League (PSL) strongly support...

Community Outreach

Community Outreach Breast Cancer is a fatal disease and women of all ages/social groups are at risk of developing it. To cover all demographic and geographic areas Pink Ribbon is running a Community Outreach Programme at a mass scale. Pink Ribbon strategically takes...

Call4Action

#PinkRibbonCall4Action In the memory of 40,000 women dying from breast cancerA road map to save thousands of mothers, sisters, wives and daughters For the last 16 years, Pink Ribbon has been tirelessly working to break the taboo and raise awareness on the issue of...

Breast Self Examination

Breast Self Examination #AskPinkRibbon Breast Self-Examination (BSE) Breast Self-Examination or self- diagnosis is an option for women starting in their 20s. Below are the techniques to perform BSE: In the Shower Fingers flat move gently over every part of each breast...

Breast Reconstruction

Breast Reconstruction #AskPinkRibbon Any diagnosis of cancer is overwhelming – there are tremendous implications for one’s health, family, and quality of life. But when women hear they have breast cancer and that they will lose one or both of their breasts, the...

Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast Cancer Prevention Good health is not just the absence of disease or illness, it is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being. Scientific evidence suggests that about one-third of the cancer deaths each year are due to lack of a healthy...

Biopsy Lab

Biopsy Lab #AskPinkRibbon The Clinical Pathology section of Pink Ribbon will offer Fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy, Core needle biopsy and Open (surgical) biopsy. More than 9,000 patients will benefit from it...

Benign Breast Diseases

Benign Diseases of Breast #AskPinkRibbon Apart from breast cancer, there are many other benign breast diseases that often sometimes present with symptoms overlapping with those of breast cancer and this might trigger unnecessary fear and anxiety in many women. Breast...

Become a Corporate Partner

Become a Corporate Partner Our 1st Corporate Member – Dawlance Pink Ribbon believes in building partnerships & collaborations with corporates with a focus on the cause of Breast Cancer especially in setting up Pakistan’s first dedicated Breast Cancer Hospital. We...
GENETICS OF BREAST CANCER

GENETICS OF BREAST CANCER

Genes are short segments of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) found in chromosomes. DNA contains the instructions for building proteins. And proteins control the structure and function of all the cells that make up your body. Think of your genes as an instruction manual for...
WHEN SHOULD I GET AN ULTRASOUND OR MAMMOGRAM?

WHEN SHOULD I GET AN ULTRASOUND OR MAMMOGRAM?

A breast ultrasound/mammogram is most often done to find out if a problem found on physical exam of the breast may be a tumor or not. Imaging is very crucial in early diagnosis of breast cancer therefore you should never hesitate to go for it even if just to be sure...
Pinktober celebrating surviving

Pinktober celebrating surviving

Surviving breast cancer frequently entails commemorating significant anniversaries with a variety of events. On this occasion, some breast cancer survivors are reflective and quiet as they reflect on the challenges and successes of their diagnosis and treatment....
Increasing number of breast cancer in young girls

Increasing number of breast cancer in young girls

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women between the ages of 15 and 39, accounting for 5.6% of all invasive breast cancer in women. Adolescents and young adult are more likely than older women to have familial cancer predisposition genes, larger breast tumors,...
HEALTHY LIFE STYLE FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENT

HEALTHY LIFE STYLE FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENT

Managing and maintaining health means increased energy levels, and a better ability to accomplish our daily goals. Be physically active (get regular exercise). Obtain and keep a healthy weight. (Overweight or obese women with breast cancer should reduce their intake...
FACTS ABOUT BREAST CANCER

FACTS ABOUT BREAST CANCER

Every minute, somewhere in the world, a woman dies from breast cancer. That’s more than 1,400 women every day. Breast cancer happens when cells in the breast grow and divide in an uncontrolled way, creating a mass of tissue called a tumor. World Health Organization...
SURVIVAL STORY : LIFE AFTER BREAST CANCER

SURVIVAL STORY : LIFE AFTER BREAST CANCER

Hearing the words “you have breast cancer” changes the lives of thousands of women every year in Pakistan. Learn more about the personal experiences of a breast cancer survivor as she opens up about her journey and life after breast cancer.   Hameeda Nasir was 26...
The Alarming Rise of Breast Cancer Deaths in Pakistan

ROLE OF LACTATION IN BREAST CANCER PREVENTION

The term ‘lactation’ (breast feeding) refers to the process by which the mother produces milk to breastfeed, whether directly or through expressing or pumping breastmilk. Where breastfeeding is healthy for your baby and a wonderful way to bond with them it has also...
FAMILY HISTORY OF BREAST CANCER

FAMILY HISTORY OF BREAST CANCER

One of the most important risk factors of breast cancer is family history of breast cancer. Women with close relatives who’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer have a higher risk of developing the disease. If you’ve had one first-degree female relative (sister,...
BREAST CANCER MANAGEMENT

BREAST CANCER MANAGEMENT

Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer death among women. Emotional turmoil in response to the diagnosis of breast cancer can affect a person’s physical health as well as psychological well-being. There’s no right or...
WHY SHOULD I GET CHEMOTHERAPY

WHY SHOULD I GET CHEMOTHERAPY

WHY SHOULD I GET CHEMOTHERAPY?   IS IT IMPORTANT FOR ME TO GET CHEMOTHERAPY? WHY SHOULD I GO THROUGH SO MUCH PAIN? CAN I SURVIVE THE CHEMOTHERAPY? These are the questions people diagnosed with breast cancer ask. Because when they see other cancer patients going...
MENSTRUAL HISTORY AND BREAST CANCER

MENSTRUAL HISTORY AND BREAST CANCER

When girls start menstruating at a younger age, the time between breast development and a first full-term pregnancy is usually longer than when menstruation happens later. During this time, breast tissue tends to be immature, overactive, and particularly sensitive to...
BREAST CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY

BREAST CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY

NORMAL CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY: Your breasts change during pregnancy to prepare them for feeding your baby. These changes are caused by an increase in hormones, and may include the following: Tenderness or a change in sensation of the nipple and breast An increase in...
BREAST CANCER & FASTING

BREAST CANCER & FASTING

Researchers at several universities in San Diego suggest that fasting for 13 hours a day may reduce breast cancer recurrence and death from the disease. Scientists at two other California universities concluded separately that calorie reduction and fasting may help...
PINK RIBBON HOSPITAL & SADAQAH-E- JARIAH

PINK RIBBON HOSPITAL & SADAQAH-E- JARIAH

Al’Quran: “Those who spend in charity will be richly rewarded” (57:10) To truly care for one another, we must love for others what we love for ourselves. What better way to love one another than to give charity? Ramzan is an honorable and blessed month, and the...
HOW COMMON IS BREAST CANCER IN PAKISTAN?

HOW COMMON IS BREAST CANCER IN PAKISTAN?

Among Asian countries, Pakistan has the highest incidence of breast cancer.  According to a research conducted, approximately 1 out of every 9 women is likely to suffer from breast cancer at any point in her life and about 77% of invasive breast cancer occurred in...
ZAKAT AND BREAST CANCER PATIENTS

ZAKAT AND BREAST CANCER PATIENTS

The most painful thing in life is losing relationships. We understand disease and death only after it has placed its hands on someone we love. 40,000 women die of Breast Cancer every year in Pakistan. Imagine a father who mourns for his daughter, a husband who lost...
BREAST CHANGES NORMAL OR NOT

BREAST CHANGES NORMAL OR NOT

NIPPLE & AREOLA CHANGES: WHAT IS AREOLA:  Areola is the pigmented round area on your breast while the nipple is in the center of the areola. Nipples change throughout the life span in men and women, the anatomy of the nipple can change and this change may be...
ROLE OF EARLY DETECTION

ROLE OF EARLY DETECTION

Breast cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer in women, affecting one in every nine women in Pakistan. The goal of screening exams for early breast cancer detection is to identify breast abnormalities as early as possible. If breast cancer is found early, there...
MENOPAUSE AND BREAST CANCER

MENOPAUSE AND BREAST CANCER

“Menopause is the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles. It’s diagnosed after you’ve gone 12 months without a menstrual period.” At some point in every woman’s life, her ovaries stop producing eggs and her levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone...
BREAST CANCER & MATTERS OF DAILY LIFE

BREAST CANCER & MATTERS OF DAILY LIFE

If you are diagnosed with breast cancer and figuring out a treatment plan, it’s equally important for you to look upon your day-to-day matters. Some of the day-to-day matters which are important to be performed while fighting with this lethal malady are explained...
ATYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF BREAST CANCER

ATYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF BREAST CANCER

Breast Cancer is the second most common cancer in women. In Pakistan, due to stigma towards breast diseases, lack of awareness and timely access to healthcare for early detection has led to rampant increase in the occurrence of this disease. In order to nip this evil...
ULTRASOUND VS MAMMOGRAM

ULTRASOUND VS MAMMOGRAM

Breast Cancer is increasing at an alarming rate in Pakistan. 1in 9 women is prone to having breast cancer sometime in her life. This is a worrisome situation that calls for active efforts for screening this disease and nipping the evil in its bud. Mammography and...
EMOTIONAL SIDE OF BREAST CANCER

EMOTIONAL SIDE OF BREAST CANCER

Cancer is a frightening and life changing diagnosis. Besides having a great impact on patient’s physical health, its effects on patient’s mental and emotional health are just as alarming. When it comes to breast cancer, there are so many other factors at play that...
CAN HEALTHY DIET AND LIFESTYLE REDUCE RISK OF BREAST CANCER?

CAN HEALTHY DIET AND LIFESTYLE REDUCE RISK OF BREAST CANCER?

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in both under-developed, less-developed and developed countries. Rates of breast cancer are increasing around the globe, with a specific increase in postmenopausal and estrogen receptor-positive cases. The American...
SCREENING GUIDELINES FOR BREAST CANCER

SCREENING GUIDELINES FOR BREAST CANCER

Breast Cancer is the most common non skin cancer in women. Every 1 in 9 women in Pakistan has a risk for developing breast cancer in her lifetime. Early detection of this disease is the only sure shot way of surviving breast cancer. Screening tests for any disease are...
RISK FACTORS FOR BREAST CANCER

RISK FACTORS FOR BREAST CANCER

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women. The development of breast cancer is a multi-step process involving multiple cell types, and its prevention remains challenging in the world. 1 in every 9 women is at risk of breast cancer in...
ENHERTU: A NEW LIFESAVER?

ENHERTU: A NEW LIFESAVER?

Enhertu (chemical name: fam-trastuzumab-deruxtecan-nxki) is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat currently incurable HER-2-positive breast cancer and metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer that has been treated with two or more anti-HER2...
PINK IS NOT A CURE, YOUR DONATION IS.

PINK IS NOT A CURE, YOUR DONATION IS.

PINKtober- the international awareness month for breast cancer starts this Friday. It means the whole community will be painted in the colour pink and several organizations will wake up from the seven sleepers den and raise the pink flags. It has become a common...
LIFE AFTER BREAST CANCER

LIFE AFTER BREAST CANCER

Yes, there is life after breast cancer. There is no doubt that the fear of recurrence always looms over the heads of the survivors because women feel that their bodies have betrayed them and it takes time to trust it again. Learning how to cope with this fear of...
SMOKING AND BREAST CANCER: IS THERE A LINK?

SMOKING AND BREAST CANCER: IS THERE A LINK?

According to World Health Organization (WHO), breast cancer is the most common type of cancer and the leading cause of breast-related death among women worldwide, and only in Pakistan, it causes 40,000 deaths annually. There are many factors that increase its risk and...
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CAN SAVE YOURSELF FROM BREAST CANCER

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CAN SAVE YOURSELF FROM BREAST CANCER

Breast cancer is a fatal disease and it can only be prevented with precautions. The most important of which is adopting a healthy lifestyle. For a healthy lifestyle, the following steps can be taken: Maintain a healthy weight: A healthy weight not only protects you...
WHAT ARE FIBROADENOMAS?

WHAT ARE FIBROADENOMAS?

A fibroadenoma is a type of (benign) lump that can develop in the breast and typically appears in females. These tumors are very common, but they are benign, which means that they are noncancerous. It consists of breast tissue and stromal, or connective, tissue....
WHAT IS A MAMMOGRAM?

WHAT IS A MAMMOGRAM?

A mammogram is an X-ray of breast cancer. It is a screening tool that is used for the detection of breast cancer in women who might have breast problems such as a lump, pain, or nipple discharge and also in women who have no breast complaints. It detects breast...
THRIVING AFTER SURVIVING

THRIVING AFTER SURVIVING

Breast Cancer survivors always have a hard time going back to normal. What can help them? 1. Take care of your health You are likely to notice menopausal symptoms after treatment which include; weight gain, profuse sweating, hot flushes, and mood swings • Keep a check...
SHOULD BREAST CANCER PATIENTS GET VACCINES?

SHOULD BREAST CANCER PATIENTS GET VACCINES?

Covid-19, the deadly pandemic, has turned human life upside down. Part of the reason for its terror was its mysterious nature, which is even more terrific for people with a serious illness such as breast cancer. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has...
BREAST CANCER IN YOUNGER FEMALES’, NO LONGER A MYTH

BREAST CANCER IN YOUNGER FEMALES’, NO LONGER A MYTH

Of all the known cancers to humankind, the rates of spread and deaths of breast cancer are the most alarming. A myth that breast cancer is only found in older women (aged 50 and above) has been falsified over the past years after coming across younger girls and adults...
COVID IS SERIOUS, BUT BREAST CANCER IS A BIGGER KILLER

COVID IS SERIOUS, BUT BREAST CANCER IS A BIGGER KILLER

When we think about the gravest of diseases today, Covid-19 would come to our minds, even though Covid is just 2019’s talk. How many of us thought about the killer which has been on the loose for ages. Breast cancer is known to be the most prevalent type of cancer in...
BREAST CANCER AMONG PAKISTANI WOMEN

BREAST CANCER AMONG PAKISTANI WOMEN

Breast Cancer in Pakistan – Pink Ribbon’s Efforts to Eradicate the Disease Breast Cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. Average 90,000 cases are being reported while 40,000 women die from breast cancer every year in Pakistan, which is the highest...
FOODS TO AVOID – BREAST CANCER PREVENTION

FOODS TO AVOID – BREAST CANCER PREVENTION

A healthy diet can help in preventing and fighting breast cancer whereas an unhealthy diet can increase the risk of different kinds of cancer including breast cancer. The food contains plenty of compounds that are very helpful in fighting against cancer cells. Food...
THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON BREAST CANCER PATIENTS

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON BREAST CANCER PATIENTS

COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted all areas of life including healthcare. It has affected everyone but most importantly cancer patients as they are already fighting with a chronic disease and are the most vulnerable group to the COVID-19. They are facing a serious...
BIG MISTAKES YOU MAKE WHILE SELF-ISOLATION

BIG MISTAKES YOU MAKE WHILE SELF-ISOLATION

Majority of people in Pakistan are living in a joint family system where they have elderly individuals suffering from different chronic diseases, who are the most vulnerable group in this pandemic. We recommend that patients suffering from breast cancer or any chronic...
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES THAT CAN REDUCE BREAST CANCER RISK

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES THAT CAN REDUCE BREAST CANCER RISK

Healthy eating and making proactive dietary choices can improve your overall well-being because it keeps your energy up, boosts your immune system, and provide nutrients your body needs for maintenance and repair. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants reduces breast...
SPICES CAN HELP PREVENT BREAST CANCER

SPICES CAN HELP PREVENT BREAST CANCER

Spices have been used to add flavour, taste and colour in the food for centuries. They are also used as medicine and remedies for a variety of ailments. Scientific studies have done on spices which shows that spices can help in prevention and treatment of Breast...
A SKYLINE IN PINK

A SKYLINE IN PINK

As key sights and institutions all over the country illuminated in shades of pink across Pakistan, the skyline was quite an incredible visage to see this past month. Many were even seen wearing the pink ribbon insignia pinned on their clothes. Breast Cancer Awareness,...
LUMS MARKS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

LUMS MARKS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

The Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) at LUMS marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month on October 25, 2019. The campaign, which included a talk by sectoral experts, and an awareness walk on campus, was supported by SDSB’s Centre for Business and Society (CBS), Pink...
STATE BANK TURNED PINK IN SUPPORT OF PINK RIBBON

STATE BANK TURNED PINK IN SUPPORT OF PINK RIBBON

State Bank of Pakistan was illuminated Pink to support Pink Ribbon. Pink Ribbon is dedicatedly working for 15 years to raise awareness for the prevention of Breast Cancer. Pink Ribbon is doing Pink illuminations since 2012 because Pink landmarks give a wonderful...
TREATING BREAST CANCER WHEN YOU CAN’T SAY ‘BREAST’

TREATING BREAST CANCER WHEN YOU CAN’T SAY ‘BREAST’

Pakistan has the highest rates of breast cancer in Asia. Early detection is essential for treatment but medical experts fear many women are not coming forward due to a culture of modesty. Breast cancer claims the lives of more than 17,000 women in Pakistan every year,...
BECOME A BETTER YOU!

BECOME A BETTER YOU!

pinktober Breast cancer is the most common cancer amongst women and occurs nearly 100 times more often in women than in men. It can occur at any age, but the risk goes up as you get older, as two out of three women with invasive cancer are diagnosed after age 55. The...
UFONE TOWER HOLDS AWARENESS SESSION ABOUT BREAST CANCER

UFONE TOWER HOLDS AWARENESS SESSION ABOUT BREAST CANCER

Islamabad, October 22, 2019: Over 10.2 million women in Pakistan are at risk of Breast Cancer with every year 40,000 women dying due to the disease. In an effort to raise awareness about Breast Cancer, Pakistani Telecom Company, Ufone collaborated with Pink Ribbon...
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

LAHORE:Minar-e-Pakistan was illuminated pink on Thursday to create awareness among the people about breast cancer as part of PINKtober campaign of Pink Ribbon. Talking to the media, Pink Ribbon CEO Omer Aftab said,” it is indeed an honour for us to illuminate...
PINKTOBER AWARENESS DRIVE TEES OFF

PINKTOBER AWARENESS DRIVE TEES OFF

Islamabad: Pink Ribbon Pakistan, a nationwide breast cancer awareness campaign, has launched its annual ‘PINKtober’ campaign effective today (October 1). Spread over the entire month, the campaign aims at disseminating information regarding breast cancer prevention,...
USE OF HONEY AS BREAST CANCER PREVENTION AGENT

USE OF HONEY AS BREAST CANCER PREVENTION AGENT

Breast cancer is rising with an alarming ratio among women all around the world as well as in Pakistan. Prevention and treatment by using chemicals, radiotherapies, and surgeries have been in common for years. For the prevention of cancer, several potential agents...
HERBS THAT CAN PREVENT BREAST CANCER

HERBS THAT CAN PREVENT BREAST CANCER

For centuries, herbs and plants have been used for medicinal purposes and as food as well. Many herbs and plants retain the properties of immune-stimulating and anti-tumor. Different types of herbs contain a variety of phytochemicals which stops the cancerous cell...
HEALTHY DIET CAN PREVENT BREAST CANCER

HEALTHY DIET CAN PREVENT BREAST CANCER

In our previous article, we informed you that breast cancer is preventable up to 70 percent by lifestyle changes.Taking a Healthy diet, performing physical activities and living in a good environment (limiting exposure to radiations etc.) is included in lifestyle. A...
THE ULTIMATE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHARITY

THE ULTIMATE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHARITY

Ramazan, a month filled with blessings approaches to strengthen the faith of the entire Muslim community across the globe. It is the month that brings the Muslim Ummah closer to celebrate the gift from Almighty God. Now when we talk about the month of Ramazan being...
INTRODUCING THE PINK BRA

INTRODUCING THE PINK BRA

An innovative bra that helps underprivileged women in Pakistan detect breast cancer early. Designed at Tonic International (Dubai based advertising agency) and produced in partnership with Pink Ribbon Pakistan, the Pink Bra turns the everyday action of slipping money...
ZAKAT & SADQA

ZAKAT & SADQA

Dear Friends of Pink Ribbon, Ramzan Mubarik! Save 110 Lives a Day with Your Zakat & Sadqa The Prophet (PBUH) said: “What benefits after death is the charity (Sadqa-e-Jariah) given out of wealth and property” – Mishkat Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in...
BE ALERT & TAKE GUARDS A SERIAL KILLER IS ON THE LOOSE

BE ALERT & TAKE GUARDS A SERIAL KILLER IS ON THE LOOSE

Of all the perils our women face, Breast Cancer has become the most precarious as it is claiming 40,000 lives only in Pakistan annually, not to speak of the unreported cases. Every 9th Pakistani women is at high risk of this fatal disease and, if calculated, this...
BE WARY OF THE SILENT KILLER

BE WARY OF THE SILENT KILLER

The ‘C’ word today that is terrorising mankind irrespective of age, colour, creed or race, creeps up on its victims unannounced and uninvited, rooting itself deep, sometimes slowly and steadily, and at times, at the speed of lightening. It all starts with one body...
THIS WORLD CANCER DAY, TAKE A STEP TOWARDS A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

THIS WORLD CANCER DAY, TAKE A STEP TOWARDS A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Every year on February 4, World Cancer day is marked across the globe, including in Pakistan. Observing such days is a way to remind ourselves the importance of that issue. And this issue is particularly worth remembering as cancer contributes to a major burden of...
PSL 4 TO OBSERVE BREAST CANCER DAY

PSL 4 TO OBSERVE BREAST CANCER DAY

DUBAI: The fourth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) will observe Childhood Cancer Awareness and Breast Cancer Awareness Days, a press release said. The Childhood Cancer Awareness Day will be observed on February 15 – on the International Childhood Cancer...
پی ایس ایل 4 میں کینسر سے بچاؤ کے لیے آگاہی مہم

پی ایس ایل 4 میں کینسر سے بچاؤ کے لیے آگاہی مہم

اسلام آباد: پاکستان سپر لیگ( پی ایس ایل) کی جانب سے چائلڈ ہڈ کنیسر اور پنک ربن بریسٹ کینسرکی آگاہی کے لیے مہم بھی چلائی جائیگی۔ 15 فروری کو چائلڈ ہڈ کنیسر ڈے کی مناسبت سے تمام ٹیموں کے کھلاڑی گولڈن ربن باندھیں گے جبکہ میچ کے مبصرین بھی یہ ربن پہن کر تبصرہ کریں گے۔...
OVER 40,000 WOMEN DIE OF BREAST CANCER ANNUALLY

OVER 40,000 WOMEN DIE OF BREAST CANCER ANNUALLY

FAISALABAD: More than 40,000 women die of breast cancer every year in Pakistan, said Dr Omer Aftab, Chief Executive Officer Pink Ribbon. Addressing an awareness session on breast cancer in Faisalabad Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FWCCI) on Wednesday, he...
BREAST CANCER CASES ASSUMING ALARMING PROPORTIONS

BREAST CANCER CASES ASSUMING ALARMING PROPORTIONS

Breast cancer has become a major health hazard as more than 40,000 women die of this disease every year, said Pink Ribbon CEO Dr Omer Aftab while addressing an awareness session on Breast Cancer at Faisalabad Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FWCCI) here on...
TOUGHER THAN CANCER WITH PINK RIBBON

TOUGHER THAN CANCER WITH PINK RIBBON

“I believe that everyone has a role to play when it comes to change at the mass level”   REAL MEN WEAR PINK This Breast Cancer Awareness month, we catch up with the CEO of Pink Ribbon Pakistan, Omer Aftab, to see what inspired this noble cause.    WHAT LED YOU TO...
PINKTOBER #SAVETHE9TH CAMPAIGN

PINKTOBER #SAVETHE9TH CAMPAIGN

LAHORE, Pakistan: Pink Ribbon Pakistan, the leading charity organization for the support of breast cancer patients, organized their launch event ‘PINKtober’ at a local restaurant in Lahore. PINKtober is a breast cancer awareness month which aims at disseminating...
HOW YOU CAN REDUCE RISK OF BREAST CANCER

HOW YOU CAN REDUCE RISK OF BREAST CANCER

The words “breast cancer” may trigger a range of responses including vulnerability, anxiety, and uncertainty. Breast cancer has received increased attention due to the significant number of individuals who have been diagnosed with this disease. Most noteworthy,...
5-KEY POINTS IN HELPING A BREAST CANCER PATIENT

5-KEY POINTS IN HELPING A BREAST CANCER PATIENT

When you get to know that someone you love has been diagnosed with breast cancer, it can be devastating. It shakes your whole life. You have no idea what to do, what to say, or how to help. Even if you want to help but have no idea what do. In such situation, one is...
RED ALERT FOR WOMEN WHO SMOKE OR FACE PASSIVE SMOKING

RED ALERT FOR WOMEN WHO SMOKE OR FACE PASSIVE SMOKING

Rise in number of women who smoke, around the world has enormous adverse effects on women’s financially and on their health. Though evil of tobacco use among men is in reducing in some countries but smoking addition in women is on rise in certain countries and this is...
HEC PINKTOBER YOUTH AWARENESS PROGRAM 2017

HEC PINKTOBER YOUTH AWARENESS PROGRAM 2017

Islamabad: (May 11, 2018): The Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pink Ribbon held the 3rd Annual Youth Awards ceremony to announce the award winners under the PINKtober Youth Awareness Program 2017. The awards for PINKtober Youth Awareness Program are a sign of...
SUPREME COURT TURNS PINK FOR CANCER DAY

SUPREME COURT TURNS PINK FOR CANCER DAY

ISLAMABAD:  On the eve of February 4 also globally known as the World Cancer Day, the Supreme Court of Pakistan was illuminated in the pink colour in support of Pink Ribbon Pakistan. The event was organised in commemoration of World Cancer Day, to raise awareness...
PINK RIBBON’S BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DRIVE CONCLUDES

PINK RIBBON’S BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DRIVE CONCLUDES

KARACHI: Pink Ribbon Pakistan – the sole NGO dealing with issues of breast cancer – recently concluded its third awareness drive in Pakistan. The awareness drive started from October 10 at Karachi Dolmen Mall. The three-day activity was carried out in collaboration...
WHAT IS BREAST SCREENING?

WHAT IS BREAST SCREENING?

In most of the medical cases relating to breast cancer, there are three methods of screening i.e. Breast MRI, Mammography and Ultrasound used to detect breast cancer in women. We’ll be discussing these in details. Breast MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Breast MRI is...
STAGE-WISE SURVIVAL RATES FOR BREAST CANCER

STAGE-WISE SURVIVAL RATES FOR BREAST CANCER

Life expectancy and survival is the first concern of every breast cancer patient and his family. This invasive disease even at early stages leaves the patients with lots of worries as there is no promised outcome of treatment. The life expectancy varies according to...
PARLIAMENT HOUSE GOES PINK FOR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

PARLIAMENT HOUSE GOES PINK FOR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

ISLAMABAD: Citizens of the federal capital looked on in awe come Tuesday eve after witnessing the Parliament House illuminated with pink lights. The important building has been decorated with pink lights in order to create awareness regarding breast cancer in...
ILLUMINATE MINAR-E -PAKISTAN

ILLUMINATE MINAR-E -PAKISTAN

Minar-e-Pakistan was lit up in rosy pink lights to symbolize support for breast cancer awareness month, and in solidarity of patients and survivors on occasion of International Mammogram Day. This initiative by Pink Ribbon Campaign with support of Mobilink and Parks...
WAPDA HOUSE TURNS PINK

WAPDA HOUSE TURNS PINK

LAHORE, Oct 25: The Wapda House on Friday turned pink with light effects by the Pink Ribbon Campaign in collaboration with Wapda to express solidarity with breast cancer patients. The Pink Ribbon turned Wapda House pink to highlight importance of awareness of the...