Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Dr Melissa on Why Every Mother’s Health Matters
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, pediatrician Dr. Melissa emphasizes the importance of maternal health and early detection. She encourages mothers to prioritize their own well-being alongside their children's needs.
Why it matters
Promoting early detection of breast cancer is a critical public health initiative that saves lives through increased awareness.
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, paediatrician Dr Melissa shares why caring for mothers’ health is just as important as caring for their children. From understanding breast cancer risk and the benefits of breastfeeding to recognising warning signs and prioritising regular check-ups, she offers practical advice to help mothers take charge of their well-being. Her message is clear: every mother deserves the same care, attention and compassion she gives to her family.
GLAMOUR: Dr Melissa, you care for children but are passionate about supporting mothers too. Why do you see a mother’s health as part of her child’s care?
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GLAMOUR: Why do you think mothers in the early stages of motherhood so often put their own health last?
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