An awareness seminar at the College of Applied Medical Sciences on early detection of breast cancer and proper nutrition
As part of the national breast cancer awareness campaign during Pink October, the College of Applied Medical Sciences at the university organized a purposeful awareness seminar, sponsored by the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Khalaf Al-Masaeed, and attended by his assistant, Dr. Abdullah Al-Amoush, and coordinated and presented by the Head of the Department of Allied Medical Sciences, Dr. Laith Badarneh.
The seminar began with a speech by the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Khalaf Al-Masaeed, who asked the audience to recite Al-Fatiha and pray for the souls of the nation's martyrs from the Karak governorate, emphasizing that terrorism is a scourge that has no place among us. Professor Dr. Khalaf Al-Masaeed also welcomed the attendees, noting that this workshop comes out of concern for the safety and health of women, and aims to educate college students and the local community about the importance of this international day, stressing the role of the college in shedding light on the causes and prevention methods, wishing all attendees continued health and wellness.
During the medical محور of the seminar, Dr. Nidaa Shdeifat, a diagnostic radiology specialist at Mafraq Governmental Hospital, presented a specialized scientific medical lecture in which she reviewed the importance of the role of diagnostic and therapeutic radiology specialists, and the need to focus during "Pink October" on disease symptoms and early detection methods. Dr. Shdeifat also touched on the reasons for using several devices in diagnosis and treatment, highlighting the mammogram device as the most prominent scientific tool for early detection of breast cancer for appropriate age groups from forty years and older, in addition to clarifying the role of multi-dimensional imaging in showing the accuracy of details and tissues, and the importance of the ultrasound device in detecting the disease in its early stages, as well as the uses of magnetic resonance imaging in advanced stages, and explaining the stages of medical classification of patients.
Dr. Sanaa Jaraideh, Head of the Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Department, presented a lecture on the close relationship between proper nutrition and body health, explaining how gut bacteria convert fiber and micronutrients into antioxidant and anti-cancer compounds. She also explained the role of fermentation processes and acids in protecting the body, reducing inflammatory pathways, treating leaky gut, and activating enzymes, in addition to emphasizing the importance of dietary diversity, especially seasonal fruits, and focusing on vitamins and minerals that aid oxidation, and the necessity of adhering to fermented foods to support the immune system as a proactive step for prevention.
The seminar concluded with honoring the guests and lecturers by presenting certificates of appreciation in recognition of their awareness efforts. Coinciding with the event, a special booth for early breast cancer screening was opened under the title "Be Well," prepared by the "Vision Makers" team from the College of Applied Medical Sciences, amidst wide interaction from students and attendees.