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Karachi: Bank Alfalah has pledged PKR 14.6 million to support the treatment of 37 breast cancer patients in collaboration with Indus Hospital and Health Network and Cancer Foundation Hospital. This funding aims to provide critical diagnostics, surgery, and medical care for patients at these prominent non-profit institutions.
Breast cancer poses a significant health challenge for women in Pakistan, representing nearly 29 percent of all new cancer cases and over 11 percent of cancer-related fatalities nationwide, according to a report by Agha Khan University Hospital. The World Health Organization highlighted that in 2022, approximately 2.3 million women globally were diagnosed with breast cancer, with 670,000 succumbing to the disease. In Pakistan, late detection remains a pressing issue due to limited awareness and delayed screenings, contributing to one of the highest incidence rates in Asia.
“By empowering our colleagues with knowledge for early detection and standing with those already fighting this disease, we aim to build a culture of support and empathy,” stated Madiha Javed Qureshi, Head of Corporate Communications and CSR at Bank Alfalah. “Our efforts extend from our workforce to the broader community.”
In addition to the financial commitment, Bank Alfalah is offering subsidized mammography services for its female employees and their dependents through its insurance partner, Chughtai Lab. Throughout October, the Bank’s Head Office will be illuminated in pink to emphasize the importance of awareness and timely screenings.
This initiative underscores Bank Alfalah’s ongoing dedication to social investment and its mission to foster healthier and more resilient communities across the nation.