02 November 2016 — In celebration of the Breast Awareness Month The Philippine Consulate in Dubai in coordination with the Filipino Ladies of Dubai hosted Breast Cancer Awareness Forum at the Consulate on October 26.

The forum was attended by over 70 guests from different Filipino Community Organizations, United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) government offices, and hospitals, among others. The program included videos from Brest Friends Foundation and recorded interviews of Ms. Rosinni Silor, daughter of the late Mr. Pablito Fabito, a rare case of male-breast cancer patient and Ms. Erlinda Fabello, 68 years old, from Odiongan Romblon, 11 years breast cancer survivor.

Testimonies were also presented by breast cancer survivors, Ms. Maritess Seguerra, Ms. Catherine Un and Ms. Leila Tacsan.

Dr. Antonio Ronaldo Fabian, a General Medicine doctor from Amber Clinic, Al Rigga, Dubai, also shared an overview about breast cancer, its types, symptoms, causes, risks, factors, myths and facts and treatment, among others.

Consul General Paul Raymund P. Cortes, in his closing remarks, thanked the guest speakers who shared their stories and knowledge about breast cancer illness. He also disclosed the Consulate’s plan to conduct regular awareness projects for the Filipino community.

The guests were serenaded by the Dubai, Dubai Musikahan Grand Winner – Ms. Eyzelle Salinel with the song “Fight Song” by Rachel Platten. END