The Health and Medical Education Authority at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced the results of its 99th breast cancer awareness and early detection campaign, which provided medical examinations to 871 women during October 2026 at Warith and Al-Thaqalayn International Hospitals for Oncology.

According to the Authority, the examinations led to the early detection of 14 cases, offering patients better treatment opportunities, higher chances of recovery, and reduced physical, psychological, and financial burdens.

The campaign also expanded its awareness activities through field visits to universities, schools, workplaces, mosques, women's forums, shopping centers, clubs, and orphanages across Karbala, Baghdad, Basra, and several southern governorates.

The Authority emphasized that its awareness efforts continue throughout the year, stressing the importance of early detection and regular medical checkups rather than limiting examinations to October.

Through its healthcare institutions, the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to promote women's health, expand early detection programs, and improve access to preventive and diagnostic services across Iraq.