FAISALABAD: Government College University Faisalabad held an international symposium on breast cancer awareness at the Quaid-i-Azam Auditorium, where health experts, faculty and students joined the Pink Ribbon Campaign to promote early detection.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Rauf-i-Azam was the patron-in-chief. Prof. Dr. Syed Asghar Naqi, Vice Chancellor of Faisalabad Medical University, attended as chief guest while Dr. Najma Afzal Khan, Punjab Provincial Ombudsperson, was the guest of honour.
Prof. Dr. Abid Rashid, Dean of the Faculty of Medical Sciences, was the chief organiser. The programme opened on Thursday with an awareness walk and a welcome address by Dr. Ali Siftain.
Dr. Rafia Imtiaz introduced the Pink Ribbon Campaign while Prof. Dr. Abid Bashir delivered the international keynote address on breast cancer awareness and prevention.
Dr. Tahir Bashir discussed contemporary approaches to breast cancer management. A special session on breast self-examination for female participants was conducted by Dr. Aliya Shima.
The vice chancellors underlined the role of universities and healthcare professionals in promoting public health awareness. Speakers highlighted breast health education, preventive healthcare and the importance of seeking timely medical advice.
Fire Safety Training for Security Personnel
The Security Office of GCUF, in collaboration with the Civil Defence Department Faisalabad, has organised a practical training session on fire safety and firefighting techniques for university security personnel.
The training covered the proper use of fire extinguishers, safe firefighting methods and emergency response procedures. Chief Security Officer Dr. Kashif Irshad stressed the value of professional training and preparedness in handling emergencies.
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