As part of its ongoing efforts to promote health awareness among students and the wider community, the Student Affairs and Graduates Department at the Arab Open University organized an awareness event on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the slogan “Between Awareness and Hope… Life Begins." The event was held in collaboration with the Life Pulse Volunteer Team and with the participation of the Bahrain National Genome Program, Abrar Clinical Nutrition Center, Enaya Physiotherapy Center, Badr Al Safa Medical Center, Al-Baqali Dental Center, La Roche-Posay, and QV.

The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and regular screening for breast cancer, highlight risk factors and preventive measures, and promote holistic health concepts and healthy lifestyle practices.

The event featured a variety of educational and interactive booths covering clinical nutrition, physiotherapy, oral and dental health, vital signs screening, mental health, and awareness of breast cancer signs and risk factors. It also included a dedicated booth by the Bahrain National Genome Program, introducing visitors to the importance of genetic testing and its role in supporting preventive healthcare.

This initiative reflects the Arab Open University's commitment to supporting health and community-related causes and fostering a culture of prevention and early detection, contributing to the development of a healthier and more informed society.

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