Awareness event held at Dhaka University
CCCF Honors Cancer Survivors 2026
- Eleven cancer survivors honored
- Journalist and volunteers receive recognition
- Experts stress early detection and mental health support
The Cancer Survivor Recognition 2026 ceremony was held on July 26, Sunday at the R. C. Majumdar Auditorium of the University of Dhaka to honor individuals who have overcome cancer and to promote public awareness about the disease.
Organized by the Center for Cancer Care Foundation (CCCF), the event recognized 11 cancer survivors for their courage and resilience. The honorees included Dr. Marufi Khan, Selina Ahmed, Md. Abdul Gaffar, Farida Yasmin, Kazi Sufia Akhter, Sifat Arefin Protik, Monira Farzana, Afroz Tania, Rayna Mahmud, Kaniz Haider and Farzana Ali Laboni.
Journalist Jannatun Ferdous Manu received a special recognition award for her support to cancer patients, while certificates were presented to volunteers for their dedicated service.
The event was chaired by CCCF President Rokshana Afroz. Professor Dr. M. A. Hai, President of Oncology Club Bangladesh, attended as the chief guest. Public health expert Professor Dr. Halida Hanum Akter and medical scientist Professor Dr. Liaquat Ali were present as special guests. Dr. S. M. Shahidullah introduced the foundation's mission and activities, while General Secretary Jahan-i-Gulshan Shapla hosted the program.
Addressing the event, Professor Dr. M. A. Hai said many patients are forced to discontinue long-term cancer treatment due to financial hardship, emphasizing the need for greater support for underprivileged patients.
Professor Dr. Halida Hanum Akter said she prefers to describe cancer survivors as “victors,” noting that early diagnosis and public awareness remain the most effective strategies in the fight against cancer.
Professor Dr. Liaquat Ali highlighted the importance of integrating mental health services with government healthcare initiatives and community support for cancer patients.
Cancer survivors shared emotional stories of their treatment journeys, inspiring patients, families and attendees with messages of hope and resilience.
Founded in 2023, the registered non-profit Center for Cancer Care Foundation (CCCF) has been providing information, counseling, mental health support and awareness programs for cancer patients and their families across Bangladesh.
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