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Significance of breast cancer screening and awareness cannot be overstated

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Dr Maryam Akrawi

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed in October, is the focus of our discussion with Dr. Maryam Akrawi from Melbourne. This disease significantly impacts many women across Australia, with a smaller number of men also being affected. On average, approximately 57 Australians receive a breast cancer diagnosis each day, culminating in over 20,000 new cases annually.


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Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed in October, is the focus of our discussion with Dr. Maryam Akrawi from Melbourne. This disease significantly impacts many women across Australia, with a smaller number of men also being affected. On average, approximately 57 Australians receive a breast cancer diagnosis each day, culminating in over 20,000 new cases annually.



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