National Cancer Centre Counter A Hit Among Women

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The counter opened by the National Cancer Centre at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) where the 56th Umno general assembly is being held drew a large crowd, especially women, Thursday.
Radiographer Indra Thanalingam, when met at the counter, said most of the women who flocked to the counter wanted to undergo breast examination and they were also taught how to detect signs of the disease.
"Service at the counter is free and it is not restricted to women," she assured.
She said response from the men was not very encouraging although the centre also provided counselling and advice on lung cancer and quitting the smoking habit.
The counter is manned by four staff including a doctor and is open from 9am to 6pm until Saturday.
The National Population and Family Development Board is also providing free health examination at the same venue.