Pink October 2026: UAE Doctor Debunks Five Breast Cancer Myths on Early Detection
As Pink October 2026 campaign raises awareness about breast cancer, a UAE-based doctor has identified five persistent myths still believed by women in the country. Dr Dana Haddad is addressing misconceptions that can delay early detection, including fears over mammogram radiation and the mistaken belief that only older women or those with a family history of the disease are at risk.
Misunderstandings About Risk and Screening
Among the most common myths Dr Haddad highlights is the fear that radiation from mammograms is harmful enough to cause cancer, which can discourage women from undergoing regular screening. Another widespread misconception is that breast cancer only affects women past a certain age or those who have a genetic predisposition, leading younger women to disregard potential warning signs.
Breast Cancer Can Affect Women of Any Age
Breast cancer can affect women at any age after puberty, but incidence rates increase with age, according to medical facts the doctor emphasises. Early detection remains critical, and Dr Haddad urges women to stay informed and not to rely on outdated assumptions.
