Union Coop held a two-day Pinktober campaign in Dubai to encourage breast cancer awareness, preventive care and regular screenings among employees.
Breast cancer awareness sessions held in Dubai
The initiative began at Al Warqa Majlis in collaboration with Emirates Specialty Hospital and Sultan Al Olama Medical Center. Dr Marah Asali and Dr Maria Awais led an awareness session on breast cancer and the importance of early detection.
The second day took place at Union Coop’s headquarters at Al Warqa City Mall, in partnership with Prime Medical Center. Dr Omneya Turki led a session highlighting preventive care, early detection and the importance of regular breast cancer screenings.
Union Coop promotes preventive health
Union Coop said the initiative forms part of its community awareness programmes, which aim to improve health knowledge and encourage preventive healthcare in the workplace.
The cooperative also highlighted the role of partnerships with healthcare providers in sharing medical information and encouraging employees to take an active role in their health.
Union Coop reaffirmed its commitment to workplace wellbeing and continued awareness initiatives, emphasising the importance of regular screenings in line with healthcare professionals’ recommendations.