Late breast cancer detection a major concern in Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: A lack of awareness and excessive trust in traditional healers continues to hinder breast cancer patients in the state from seeking timely treatment, says Zuraida Md Noor.

The Terengganu women, family and welfare committee deputy chairman said those diagnosed with breast cancer often conceal their condition from family members, opting for alternative treatments instead. Many only seek hospital care at the last minute, which is often too late.