"Pink October" has started in Uzbekistan – a month of breast cancer prevention

"Pink October" begins in Uzbekistan — a month of breast cancer prevention

A month dedicated to the prevention and early detection of breast cancer has started in Uzbekistan. According to the World Health Organization, about 2.4 million women worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. If this trend continues, the number of cases could increase by 38% and mortality by 68% by 2050.

"Pink October" has been held since 1993 in many countries around the world. Its goal is to raise women's awareness about prevention, early diagnosis opportunities, and support for those undergoing treatment.

In Uzbekistan, breast cancer remains the most common oncological disease among women. In recent years, serious steps have been taken to improve the efficiency of diagnosis and treatment. A state program for the control of cervical and breast cancer for 2025–2030 has been adopted. It provides for the expansion of screenings, the development of mammography, and the creation of conditions for timely treatment.

It is planned to cover about 1.5 million women aged 45 to 65 with mammography annually. Special cancer control rooms have been opened in clinics, and mobile and stationary mammographs operate in two shifts.

As part of the current campaign, sports and educational events will be held: a mass run, yoga classes for patients and their relatives, free consultations, and examinations. In Tashkent, Samarkand, Fergana, and other regions, master classes for doctors on prevention and working with patients will be organized.

On October 14, a conference will be held with the participation of specialists, partner organizations, and international experts. The launch of the website soglomoktabr.cancercenter.uz is timed to coincide with the campaign, where one can get information about symptoms, diagnosis, and make an appointment with a doctor in Uzbek, Russian, and English.

Doctors urge women to actively participate in the events and take care of their health. In addition, a unified digital system will be created in Uzbekistan to accompany the patient through all stages of the fight against cancer — from early detection to treatment and follow-up.