Tag: breast cancer

  • Nadia Jamil diagnosed with stage 1 cancer

    Nadia Jamil diagnosed with stage 1 cancer

    Renowned actor and activist Nadia Jamil has been diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer. Jamil took to social media to share the news with her fans and followers. The actor said that she felt a wave of emotions when she found out, adding that she is now four days into her treatment. Nadia also urged all her followers to conduct regular self-checks and act fast if they feel any abnormalities.

    When a follower asked her about the symptoms she felt, Nadia said that she conducted regular checkup and visited a GP as soon as she felt a lump.

    However, Nadia said that cancer has not taken her smile away and that she is focused on remaining positive.

    The actor was earlier diagnosed with a brain tumour and had opened up about having multiple seizures as well.

    Soon after Nadia shared the news, prominent politicians and journalists came forward to extend their support and wish her good health.

    The Current also wishes Nadia a speedy recovery.

  • PSL to go pink to raise awareness on breast cancer

    PSL to go pink to raise awareness on breast cancer

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to raise awareness on breast cancer during the Pakistan Super League season 5 (PSL 5) in Lahore and Rawalpindi on March 7.

    Pink ambiance will be produced while the bails will also be branded as pink as part of spreading the message by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The match officials, all the players, and commentators will don Pink Ribbons during the match.

    Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators are to play at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, while a match between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United is scheduled at Pindi Stadium on Saturday.

    The digital screens at the Gaddafi stadium and Pindi stadium will air breast cancer awareness messages.