Maternity and Children Hospital in Buraidah, represented by the Orthopedics Department, organized an awareness booth as part of the “Hayakom” initiative under the title “Bone Cancer Awareness”, with the aim of raising community awareness about the importance of recognizing the symptoms of bone cancer, understanding prevention methods, and highlighting the role of early diagnosis in improving treatment outcomes and quality of life.
The booth provided educational messages and health awareness guidance to visitors and patients regarding the key signs and symptoms of bone cancer, risk factors, and situations that require medical consultation. Specialized healthcare professionals were available to answer visitors’ questions, and educational materials were distributed to enhance public health awareness.
The event also featured several accompanying health and awareness booths, including blood glucose screening, breastfeeding awareness, and drowning prevention and water safety awareness. The activities were conducted in collaboration with the Saudi Red Crescent Authority, the Saudi Diabetes Charity Association, and the Dami Association, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen community partnerships and promote health awareness among members of the community