Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), in collaboration with the Qatar Red Crescent Society, launched a comprehensive awareness campaign on the occasion of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, observed every June.
The campaign specifically targeted the worker community through a series of intensive awareness events at Mesaimeer Health Centre and Freej Abdul Aziz Health Centre, with the participation of medical and educational professionals. There was a wide turnout of workers from various nationalities and occupational backgrounds.
The campaign was aimed at highlighting skin cancer, one of the most common cancers worldwide, with a focus on high-risk groups, particularly those working in outdoor environments with exposure to direct and prolonged sunlight without adequate protection. The initiative sought to increase preventive awareness and encourage the adoption of healthy behaviours that reduce the risk of developing the disease.
A key feature of the campaign was its multilingual approach, with educational content delivered in several languages to match the cultural and linguistic diversity of the workers. This contributed significantly to enhancing engagement and understanding, ensuring that vital health messages were communicated effectively. The campaign also included the distribution of educational brochures, visual presentations, and interactive sessions where participants could ask questions and receive expert answers.
Nour Mekkia, a health educator at QCS, stated: "These awareness campaigns are a true embodiment of Qatar National Vision 2030, which places human health at the heart of national priorities. Since the Society’s founding over 25 years ago, we have been committed to delivering health awareness messages to all segments of society, believing that health is a fundamental right for everyone."
She added that the campaign is part of year-round programmes of QCS to raise awareness about various types of cancer, promote a culture of prevention and early detection, and help reduce the physical, psychological, and social burden of cancer on individuals and communities.
