Sharod utsav - parbon and ekush
September 7th, 2025, Charlotte: We extend our deep gratitude to Mrs. Rita Nath and the Parbon and Ekush Organizing Team (primarily from Bangladesh) for hosting the beautiful Sharod Utsav cultural event on September 7, 2025. We were honored to participate and utilize this valuable platform for Cancer Awareness outreach.
A special thank you to Mrs. Promita Bhattacharya for introducing BCH to Mrs. Rita and facilitating our participation. Your support was invaluable! We extend a huge shout-out to BCH Youth Ambassadors, Diya Induru and Anusha Naidu, for their dedicated volunteer service at the event. They were instrumental in promoting the message of Early Detection and Prevention, and in educating the community about BCH's diverse grassroots missions, including our handcrafted Patient Care Packages and vital support group resources.
During the outreach, we distributed brochures with QR codes for easy access to:
Breast Self-Exam Cards for Her and Him, in 27 languages
Early detection cards for various cancers
Details on our one-of-a-kind “BCH Know Your Breasts” App, available in 27 languages and for all genders—the first of its kind
Direct contact info for those seeking guidance or noticing symptoms
To amplify engagement, we shared color-coded wristbands and keyrings:
Pink for breast cancer in women
Blue for breast cancer in men
Purple for all cancers and all genders—symbolizing unity
We also handed out bookmarks featuring ribbon colors of various cancers, promoting awareness, inclusion, and solidarity.
We shared details about our handcrafted Patient Care Packages, lovingly created by BCH’s dedicated volunteer seamstresses. Each set included:
A heart-shaped pillow with a pocket for hot/cold packs for post-surgery relief
A Chemo Port Car Seat Belt Pillow for travel comfort
Soft hats for those experiencing chemo-related scalp sensitivity
Handmade cards with original, uplifting artwork
These gifts go beyond physical comfort—they embody hope, love, and unwavering support.
Together, we continue to raise awareness, provide support, and most importantly-save lives.
With gratitude,
Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of Breast Cancer Hub Family
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