PUTRAJAYA, Oct 25 — The Health Ministry (MOH) is aiming for at least 20,000 women to be screened for breast cancer from October to December.
In a statement today, the MOH said this target is in line with its commitment to expand screening networks and coverage and increase early detection to enable early, effective treatment.
“Although Pink October has come to an end, the MOH will continue activities under the Post-Pink October initiative to ensure the awareness message and breast cancer screening activities are carried out throughout the year.
“It is MOH’s commitment to strengthen screening access, improve treatment, and ensure that every woman in Malaysia has the opportunity to be detected and treated earlier,” according to the statement.
The statement was issued in conjunction with Pink Ribbon Run 2025 today at Dataran Wawasan, Putrajaya, which was attended by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin graced the event, which symbolises solidarity and serves as the official closing event for the Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign held nationwide throughout October.
According to the MOH, this year’s programme carries the theme “United for Women: Spread Awareness, Save Lives”, which embodies the spirit of unity among all members of society in protecting Malaysian women from the threat of breast cancer.
Dr Dzulkefly, in the same statement, emphasised that breast cancer remains the leading type of cancer in Malaysia, with 50.5 per cent of cases still being detected in the third and fourth stages.
“This proves there is a need and importance for efforts to provide advocacy and awareness as well as early screening for this disease,” he also said.
Pink Ribbon Run 2025 gathered 900 participants from diverse backgrounds as a symbol of solidarity in the fight against breast cancer.
The programme also featured health promotions, Xtra Women’s Chat sessions and free breast cancer screenings, especially for the B40 group.
