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Free Malaysia Today
16-05-2025
- Health
- Free Malaysia Today
No shame in checking for breast cancer, says Hasmah
Dr Hasmah Ali with surgeon Harjit Kaur (left) and consultant radiologist SR Sumithra, who helped her in her cancer journey. PETALING JAYA : Dr Hasmah Ali felt persistent pain for four days – and told no one – when accompanying her husband, Dr Mahathir Mohamad on a trip to Manila seven years ago. 'I thought, how could I tell him when he was so busy?' she said today during a sharing session titled 'A Cancer Survivor's Journey' at the Prince Court Medical Centre. She said she booked a check-up on returning to Malaysia, using a different name to avoid public attention. Two days later, she received the diagnosis: hormone-positive breast cancer, a 7mm tumour requiring swift medical intervention. 'The surgery was done on a Saturday, and by Sunday, I was home. I felt no pain afterwards, just relief that the tumour had been removed,' she said. Now 98 and cancer-free, Hasmah recounted her story to raise awareness, particularly about the importance of early detection and regular mammograms. 'Two things to note are shame and fear. Many women are reluctant to come forward because they feel embarrassed or are afraid of what they might hear,' she said. She pointed out that cultural stigma remains a major hurdle, with traditional beliefs and remedies often taking precedence over modern medical advice. 'Women still turn to bomohs. But that is not the way. We must seek treatment from medical professionals, not traditional remedies.' Older women still at risk Consultant breast and endocrine surgeon Dr Harjit Kaur said many women over 55 mistakenly believe that age reduces their risk, while some are deterred by the physical discomfort of mammograms. 'It is still a taboo topic; women in their 20s and 30s are getting breast cancer. So early detection is key, and they should get yearly ultrasounds as well,' she said. Resilience through routine Hasmah said the 48-hour wait for her test results was emotionally taxing. She credits her recovery to a disciplined lifestyle, and five years of hormonal therapy, with no complications. At nearly 100, she now plays the violin daily, a hobby she first took up at the age of 16. 'Don't push yourself too hard. Eat wisely, get enough rest, and keep your mind active,' she advised. She ended her session with a message to all Malaysian women: 'Don't be afraid or ashamed and go for your screenings.'
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Two Panchkula women lose gold chains to snatchers during blackout
Amid the tense situation between India and Pakistan and a blackout imposed by the district administration, two women in Panchkula were robbed in separate chain-snatching incidents on Thursday and Friday. The latest incident occurred on Friday around 7pm. Harjit Kaur, 50, a resident of Sector 21, reported that when she was walking home from market with her son during the blackout, a motorcycle rider approached from behind and snatched her chain worth ₹80,000. The rider was wearing a helmet. The Sector-5 police station has registered a case under Section 304 of the BNS. On Thursday, a similar incident occurred around 7pm. During blackout, two unidentified bikers targeted 62-year-old Urmil Bassi, a retired PGI employee residing in the same sector. Bassi and her husband were walking towards an acquaintance's residence when they encountered two men struggling with their motorcycle. As they passed, one of the men, wearing a cap, suddenly snatched the gold chain from her neck, estimated to be worth ₹75,000. The accused managed to flee on their motorcycle. ₹3.6L cash, gold jewellery stolen in Mauli village A theft was reported in Mauli village, Raipur Rani, where thieves made off with ₹3.6 lakh and gold jewellery valued at ₹60,000. The incident occurred during the day when the house was unoccupied. The complainant, Pinki, stated that the theft took place on Friday. Pinki and her husband were alone at their residence. Around 10.30am, Pinki her husband went to Barwala to get medicine. Upon returning around 12.30pm, they discovered that the lock of their almirah had been broken, and the contents were scattered. A sum of ₹3.6 lakh and two gold rings were missing. A case under Section 305 of the BNS was registered. DCP holds key meet DCP Himadree Kaushik held a crime meeting on Friday, prioritising the prevention of snatching and vehicle theft. She directed ACPs to personally visit crime scenes and emphasised accelerating pending investigations. Station heads were instructed to maintain active checkpoints with thorough vehicle checks and CCTV monitoring. The DCP issued strict directives against illegal mining and illicit liquor, mandating identification of activities, seizures, and arrests. Special law and order companies were ordered to conduct regular drills for emergency preparedness. Focusing on narcotics, the DCP called for identifying hotspots and involving social organisations in awareness campaigns. For women's safety, regular inspection and surveillance of vulnerable areas were mandated. Increased patrolling in key locations and vigilant monitoring of social media for inflammatory content were also ordered. The police force was instructed to remain alert and prepared for any emergency.
