An Awareness Campaign on Breast Cancer Risks in Erbil City by Students from the Department of Radiological Imaging Technologies

A group of third-year students from the Department of Radiological Imaging Technologies at Cihan University – Erbil organized an outdoor awareness campaign focusing on the risks of breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

The campaign, held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Noor Sami Omar, involved students visiting Sami Abdul Rahman Park and the markets in the city center of Erbil. During the campaign, they distributed informative brochures to women, girls, and passersby, outlining the risks of breast cancer, its causes, and the importance of early detection. At the same time, the students engaged citizens in discussions about the role of radiological imaging in the accurate diagnosis of the disease. They also encouraged women and girls to undergo regular check-ups for early detection of breast cancer, emphasizing its crucial role in improving recovery rates and reducing the risk of severe complications.

At the conclusion of the campaign, the citizens expressed their appreciation for the initiative and commended the students for their efforts.