On October 21st a breast cancer walk and information session was held by the Peace Corps volunteer Jen DeAngelis and local counterparts in Lezha, Albania. They used their GAD small grant award to create and produce promotional materials, ribbons, a banner, and refreshments. Many local students and health professionals attended the event. Also, both students and women attended a class on breast cancer basics at the Cultural Palace. We had a wonderful oncologist (Bardha Gjoni) lead the session and demonstrate a Self-Breast Exam. The activity was a huge success that both volunteer and counterparts hope will become an annual tradition.
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