Colorectal Cancer Awareness Day at NWN

By MUBS Communications Dept., 2000-2021.

 

The National Wellness Network (NWN), Spears, in collaboration with the NGO SAID-CRC, organized an awareness day on colorectal cancer for professionals in the medical and paramedical field. During the event Dr. Yasser Cheaib, director of the gastroenterology fellowship program at AUBMC (American University of Beirut Medical Center) gave a presentation on colorectal cancer prevention and the latest technologies in detecting the disease.  Hana Nimer, founder and CEO of SAID-CRC , gave a lecture on  the role of public health awareness in educating citizens about the early signs of the disease. Finally, Jana Jabbour, clinical dietitian and head of the surgical unit at AUBMC, discussed the role of nutrition in prevention and management of colorectal cancer. The seminar was followed by a reception during which attendees and speakers mingled to discuss the pressing need for awareness days.