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Ep 7 | Raising Breast Cancer Awareness w...

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In this episode of Sage Takes Thyme, host Amira sits down with Dr. Jaylan Ahmed, the managing director of the Baheya Foundation for Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer. They discuss the inspiring story behind the founding of Baheya Hospital and the journey of establishing the first charity organization of its kind in Egypt, which specializes in early detection and provides free treatment for breast cancer. The conversation emphasizes the crucial role of raising awareness about breast cancer, strategies for early detection, and the healing journeys of breast cancer fighters. They also highlight the importance of family and community support in this challenging process.


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Host: Amira Salah-Ahmed (@amiralx)

Guest: Dr. Jaylan Ahmed - Managing Director of Baheya Foundation (@baheyafoundation)  


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