Breaking the Silence: Addressing Breast Cancer Stigma in Global Communities
Thursday, October 24, 2024 10am to 11am
About this Event
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and our semester focus on mental health, the Sparkman Center for Global Health is hosting a virtual panel discussion to explore the cultural, social, and mental health challenges faced by breast cancer patients due to stigma, focusing on the insights from ongoing research in Pakistan and Kenya. Join us to hear from experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Aga Khan University (AKU) campuses in Nairobi and Karachi, as they share their experiences, findings, and strategies to combat stigma in diverse settings.
Event Details
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