College of Medicine Hosts Pinktober 2026 to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness

Ajman University’s College of Medicine hosted “Pinktober 2026: Breast Cancer Awareness, Early Detection & Hope” on October 7. The event combined educational talks, personal experiences, and student-ld activities to highlight breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection.

Dr. Omer Obeid delivered the opening remarks, followed by guest speakers, Dr. Sulaiman Shantour, Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at United Arab Emirates University, who discussed surgical management and advances in breast cancer care. Ms. Nada Awad, Radiographer at Amina Medical Center in Ajman, addressed the role of breast imaging in early detection.

Dr. Azmat Riaz, a breast cancer survivor and Clinical Assistant Professor, shared her personal journey, bringing a valuable patient perspective to the discussion. The session concluded with a panel discussion and Q&A featuring Dr. Sulaiman Shantour, Dr. Azmat Riaz, Dr. Omer Obeid, and Dr. Abdul Rehman Amir.

The event was organized collaboratively by the Surgery Club, Oncology Club, Pathology Club, Women’s Health Club, and Immunity and Infectious Disease Club. Interactive awareness and activity booths complemented the educational session, encouraging engagement with the message of awareness, early detection, and hope.