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  "id": 17403356,
  "title": "Breast Cancer Awareness: Cardinal Namdini screens hundreds of women and girls in Digaare and Biung",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/breast-cancer-awareness-cardinal-namdini-screens-hundreds-of-women",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T12:38:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "3News",
    "slug": "3news",
    "url": "https://3news.com/news/breast-cancer-awareness-cardinal-namdini-screens-hundreds-of-women-and-girls-in-digaare-and-biung"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd. (CNML) broadened its Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign to two resettled communities, Digaare and Biung, in October 2026. The campaign aimed to deliver breast health education and screenings directly to residents. Lasting two days, from October 29 to 30, it took place in both communities.\n\nDuring the education sessions, women, men, and Junior High School girls learned about breast cancer. They were informed about changes in their bodies and encouraged to seek medical care for any suspicious symptoms. The participation of men and young girls emphasized that breast cancer awareness is a shared responsibility.\n\nFollowing the sessions, health workers screened the attendees. This allowed them to assess their breast health and take proactive steps. The campaign's Superintendent for CSR - Local Content & Stakeholder, Mr. Godwin Sebil Bade-Daamir, highlighted that breast cancer awareness is a crucial national agenda. He emphasized that CNML's initiative supports the health of its host communities, urging women to seek medical attention promptly if they notice any unusual changes.\n\nTwo experienced health professionals, Anye-ere Mahida Ayinpuea and Ayaabila Justina, led the education. They discussed breast health care, prevention, and treatment, as well as demonstrating breast self-examination. Participants found the outreach valuable, receiving essential health information and screening services in their communities. CNML highlighted that the exercise in Digaare and Biung demonstrates the importance of community-focused health initiatives, promoting well-being and access to vital health information. The company urged continued awareness and early detection and intervention to save lives.",
  "summary": "The outreach brought essential breast health education and screening services directly to residents.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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