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Cancer and Rehabilitation was Discussed in EMU “Healthy Living” Programme

Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Faculty of Health Sciences Vice Dean and the head of the physiotherapy and rehabilitation centre Prof Dr. Mehtap Malkoc atteneded the program under the moderation of the head of Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Faculty of Health Sciences Dr. Hulya Harutoglu

Prof Dr. Hulya Harutoglu stated the importance of early diagnosis during the show and how regular check-ups is the best way to combat cancer.

Prof. Dr. Malkoc touched on the importance of the role of the rehabilitation team during treatment. She also stated the pain that the patient goes through while under treatment and how rehabilitation can help soothe that pain.

Malkoc spoke about the proven techniques used in the field and stated that such techniques help hospital recovery times, reduces the risk of lung infection and how it increases self-esteem. She continued to provide helpful information about the oncology centre at EMU, which is the first of its kind to be providing services to the public in TRNC and Turkey.