NATIONAL Bank of Pakistan (NBP) hosted a special Pinktober event at its head office, Karachi, dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer as per a press release. The event was attended by senior executives, including Muhammad Ismail Usuf, Group Chief of Treasury & Capital Markets Group; Mirza M. Asim Baig, Group Head of HRMG; Abdul Waheed Sabir, Executive Vice President of HRMG; and Farooq Hasan, Executive Vice President. Esteemed guests included Omer Aftab, CEO and Founder of Pink Ribbon; Dr Samia Hussain, Head of Medical Affairs at Healthx Pakistan; and Khadija Maisam, Health & Wellness Specialist.

A range of topics was discussed, including breast cancer statistics in Pakistan, the importance of largescale awareness campaigns, access to early detection, outreach to remote areas, and the role of corporate and governmental support. Discussions also covered patient willpower, the impact of a healthy lifestyle, and the role of organic foods. Over 200 participants engaged in the session, which also included a lively Q&A segment hosted by Dr Saqlain Sher. •