Walkathon held for breast cancer awareness
The Hindu
Chennai MGR Cancer Institute organized a 'Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai' walkathon to raise awareness of breast cancer risk factors and encourage women to take charge of their health. Over 300 people registered and M.A. Raja, senior consultant - medical oncology, director - oncology services and chairman of Medical Advisory Board participated.
MGM Cancer Institute conducted a walkathon ‘Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai’, to raise awareness of the risk factors associated with breast cancer and to empower women to take charge of their breast health through regular self-examinations and screenings on Saturday. The walkathon started at the institute and culminated at Thiru Vi Ka Park in Shenoy Nagar. There were over 300 registrations. M.A. Raja, senior consultant - medical oncology, director - oncology services and chairman of Medical Advisory Board took part, according to a press release.
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