Syrian pop artist Assala Nasri, commonly known as Assala, will perform in a charity concert at the Hilton Heliopolis Hotel in Cairo on Friday, January 10, hoping to raise funds to support breast cancer research and treatment. Revenues from the concert will go toward breast cancer treatment and research, according to the organizers’ statement, allowing audience members to give back as they enjoy hits by the popular Syrian star. Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women, and early detection and diagnosis through regular screenings remains critical to treating the disease. Last year, over two million diagnoses of breast cancer were made around the globe, according to a recent report from AFP. The Egyptian government has launched several women’s health initiatives to detect breast cancer early and raise awareness about reproductive and maternal health.

Source: Egypt Independent January 06, 2020 14:15 UTC