DOHA: To encourage women to self-test and raise awareness of symptoms and benefits of early detection of breast cancer, the Ritz-Carlton, Doha in partnership with Hamad Medical Corporation runs a ‘Pink Ribbon Campaign’ which will be held throughout the month of October.
A series of ‘pink’ programmes have been organised starting from the ‘Pink’ Afternoon Tea at La Mer. Guests can savor the selections of scones, sandwiches and assorted pastries including pink macaroons, seasonal berries tart with fruit coulis and pink cream set inclusive of one pink ribbon wristband as a token of appreciation towards the support of one of the ‘Pink Ribbon’ programmes.
The first highlight will be the ‘Stand Up to Cancer’ event, organised by Ladies of Harley today. The programme will be starting with a kick off ride from Doha Exhibition Center to The Ritz-Carlton, Doha followed by a series of performances by International Academy of Intercultural Dance.
The second highlight will be the ‘Breast Cancer Awareness Day’ on October 20, various specialists will speak about the importance of being breast aware while survivors will give a personal perspective over the matter. Doctors from Hamad Medical Corporation will set up a screening booth on site where participants can get the testing for free.
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