Aqaba, July 26 (Petra) -- The Jordan Breast Cancer Program at King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Center launched a colon cancer awareness project Sunday targeting the Aqaba, Ma'an and Tafilah governorates, funded by the Jordan Kuwait Bank.
The launch ceremony was held at the Great Arab Revolt Plaza in Aqaba and attended by representatives of the foundation, the bank, several partners and members of the local community, according to a foundation statement issued Sunday, the project aims to raise awareness about colon cancer, promote a culture of early detection, and encourage target groups to undergo necessary screenings, boosting opportunities for prevention, early detection and improved treatment outcomes.
Jordan Breast Cancer Program (JBCP) Director, Reem Ajlouni, said colon cancer is the second most common cancer but among the most preventable and detectable in its early stages through simple screenings and awareness of risk factors. She said early detection significantly raises recovery rates and improves quality of life.
Ajlouni praised the Jordan Kuwait Bank's support for the project, saying the contribution of national institutions to health initiatives represents a model of effective community partnership that helps implement national programs aimed at protecting the health of Jordanians and strengthening disease prevention.
Ramzi Kababreti, the Jordan Kuwait Bank's Aqaba branch manager, said the bank's support for the project reflects its social and national responsibility and its belief in the importance of investing in community health.
He said the bank remains committed to continuing its cooperation with King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Center on initiatives that serve people and strengthen health awareness.
The launch ceremony featured an educational program that included a lecture by Osama Khatib of the center on the importance of colon cancer prevention and early detection, a performance by the Ma'an band, and several awareness stations and booths offering health information and guidance to visitors. The project is part of ongoing efforts by King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Center to raise cancer awareness and reach local communities across the Kingdom's governorates through partnerships with the private sector that help spread health education and strengthen prevention and early detection practices.
//Petra// NQ
