Androulakis for “Fofi Gennimata” program: The important role of the state in reducing the risk for every woman

“13% of cancer diagnoses worldwide are related to breast cancer in women. “In Europe, one in 11 women will get sick before the age of 74,” the PASOK president said in a recorded message. Nikos Androulakisat its event National Fofi Gennimata Breast Cancer Screening Program.

“The risk factor for the disease may increase with age, however, 21% of women who will get the disease will be under 50 years old. Young women see their lives change rapidly as they plan to start a family or start a career. “Our beloved Fofi was in the same position 14 years ago and gave the battle, with vigor and dignity,” said Mr. Androulakis.

“Today we know that being led to the diagnosis by finding tumors by palpation saves lives, but it is not enough. “Promoting women to get regular breast cancer screening can be life-saving, as early detection of breast cancer ensures, with proper treatment, an excellent 99% survival expectancy of five years,” the president said. of PASOK.

“The state can play an important role in reducing the risk to the life of every woman, with screening, both imaging, mammography and breast ultrasound, and genetic tests, especially for women who have a family history of the disease. In these women, drawing up a specialized non-invasive control plan saves lives.

At the same time, it ensures a better quality of life, as the diagnosis at an early stage is less likely to lead to physically and psychologically difficult mastectomy surgery, but also to chemotherapy.

The European Commission, recognizing the effects of the pandemic on cancer prevention, proposes to the Member States the implementation of cancer screening programs for the cancer, so that the early detection of the disease and the risk factors, lead to a more effective treatment.

For such a program to be successful, it must also involve women of all ages being able to access specialized breast clinics in public hospitals across the country. Access to modern imaging machines, specialized mammologists and special care from the first examination, is a necessary condition to ensure that the diagnosis is made at the earliest possible stage and substantially increases the chances of treatment.

Fofi Gennimata spoke openly about her fight against cancer to raise awareness among women about screening. If you live in fear, then you have been defeated. “I have never lived like this,” he said publicly, giving life lessons to cancer patients and non-cancer patients. It is our great honor and joy that this program will have the name of our President “concluded Mr. Androulakis.