Surabaya to Host 2025 Indonesia goes Pink Launch with Focus on Early Detection
Surabaya has been selected as the inaugural city for the 2025 Indonesia Goes Pink (IGP) campaign, a nationwide movement dedicated to breast cancer awareness and support. The event, themed “Living in Abundance: Running Together, Inspiring Hope,” will be spearheaded by a collaboration between the Adi Husada Cancer Center (AHCC) and the Lovepink community.
Indonesia Goes Pink, held annually in October, aims to educate the public and provide moral support to those affected by breast cancer.The Surabaya launch signifies a commitment to fostering unity and optimism as the campaign expands to othre cities. AHCC will serve as an official partner, concentrating on prevention and early detection initiatives.
The event, scheduled for 05:30 to 09:00 WIB at the Mercure Surabaya Grand Mirama Hotel and the Darmo car Free day area, will feature a Funwalk, a Zumba session, a realize dance for active lifestyles, and educational talk shows.
Dr. Ni Made saraswati,AHCC Center Manager,will be a featured speaker,emphasizing the importance of early detection. “Breast cancer is a disease whose healing rate is very high if it is indeed detected at the initial stage. Through Indonesia Goes Pink 2025, we want to convey a strong message that early detection is key,” she stated. Her talk will specifically address Breast Self-Examination (BSE) and Clinical Breast Check (Sadanis) as proactive prevention methods.
Dr. Silvia Haniwijaya,General Manager of AHCC,highlighted the impact of this collaborative effort. “Community stigma of breast cancer often inhibits screening. No need to be afraid of screening. In fact,the faster it is known,the higher the chances of success in handling,” she explained.
AHCC is encouraging residents of Surabaya to participate in the event, demonstrating solidarity and a shared commitment to a healthier Indonesia.