Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), Prof. Yusuf Dasilva, says men can also be affected by breast cancer, advising both genders to always go for screening.
Chief Medical Director of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital , Prof. Yusuf Dasilva, says men can also be affected by breast cancer, advising both genders to always go for screening.
The CMD, who was represented by Prof. Bilyaminu Abayomi, Chairman Medical Advisory Committee , UITH, described breast cancer as a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the breast. The CMD said that the theme of the programme was apt, as it would help to raise awareness and drive behavioural change against the stigmatisation of those with the disease.
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