The College of Education for Humanities Organizes a Scientific Seminar on Cancer and Ways to Prevent It
The Department of Psychological Counseling and Educational Guidance at the College of Education for Humanities, University of Basra, in cooperation with the Basra Health Department, organized a scientific seminar entitled "Cancer: A Scientific Understanding and Conscious Prevention," attended by a number of faculty members and students.
The seminar aimed to promote health awareness, disseminate a culture of prevention and early detection, and highlight the importance of regular checkups in reducing the risk of developing the disease.
The seminar, presented by Dr. Riya Habib Al-Shawi, addressed the risk factors associated with cancer, the importance of prevention, regular checkups, and early detection, as well as the role of healthy lifestyles in reducing the risk of the disease. Professor Ahmed Qasim Ali, specializing in radiation therapy, reviewed the concept of radiation therapy, its role in treating cancerous tumors, and its importance within modern treatment plans.
The seminar concluded by emphasizing the importance of integrating health awareness, prevention, and psychological support, and establishing a culture of early detection as a fundamental step in protecting society and promoting public health.
