In a proactive move to enhance early detection of breast cancer, Angau Memorial Hospital’s National Cancer Treatment Center in Lae city is offering free screenings every Thursday afternoon. Dr. Cathy Timothy, a prominent physician at the facility, urges women to take advantage of this vital service. “Early detection through screenings can lead to identifying cancer at a stage when it is most manageable and treatable,” emphasizes Radiation Therapist Timothy Kink. The National Cancer Centre in Lae provides a comprehensive range of breast cancer treatments, including surgical options, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, each tailored to the specific stage of cancer. Kink underscores the importance of early detection, noting that it significantly improves treatment outcomes and can often lead to partial breast conservation surgeries. As cancer advances, treatment may require more intensive approaches, such as mastectomy and chemotherapy, which can have lasting effects on a patient’s physical and mental health. With the observance of Pinktober, the initiative aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of early intervention and the accessibility of treatment options available in Papua New Guinea.