In July 2024, Breast Cancer Now held its first ever panel event for South Asian women, by South Asian women.
The panellists Samina, Jay and Sarah shared their experiences of being diagnosed with breast cancer as South Asian women. Listen to the panel share the challenges they faced as well as the hope and support they found through their cancer journeys.
From awareness to action in the South Asian community: A conversation on breast cancer
In July 2024 we held our first ever panel event, highlighting the stories and experiences of women from the South Asian community. Watch the recording of 'From awareness to action in the South Asian community: A conversation on breast cancer'.
About the panellists
- Samina Hussain, children and young people transformation lead for NHS Frimley ICB, member of the ICB mirror board and founder of Sakoon Through Cancer
- Jay Tatla, founder and CEO of Aqua Clinical and clinical researcher
- Dr Sarah Ali, consultant in diabetes and endocrinology at Royal Free London, trustee at South Asian Health Foundation, trustee at Diabetes UK and fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
Facilitator:
- Madiha Sajid, Senior fellow of Higher Education Academy, specialist in equality, diversity and inclusion, Imperial College London
