In a post on Facebook and Instagram, Kyriakos Mitsotakis made known the adventure his sister Katerina has been experiencing lately, as she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
The prime minister said that Grigoris Demetriades' mother detected the tumour early and has already started chemotherapy treatments. On this occasion, Mitsotakis stressed that "excellent anti-cancer care is provided in our country" and called on all women between 50 and 69 years old to take advantage of free mammograms through the "Fofi Gennimata" programme.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis' post
"I am sharing with you today a family problem because this comes to bridge a human difficult moment with a public policy. Unfortunately, a few days ago, my sister Katerina was diagnosed with breast cancer. Fortunately, however, the tumor was detected early, in her screening mammogram.
Now begins a great adventure. Katerina had her first chemo treatment the day before yesterday. She faced the unpleasant news with the composure and optimism that characterizes her.
And she has every reason to be optimistic because she discovered the malignancy at an early stage. Science has made great progress in the treatment of breast cancer and excellent cancer care is being provided in our country. Moreover, the tens of thousands of Greek women who have emerged victorious from this battle attest to this.
I know that every health check causes fear or hesitation. But it is necessary. In fact, for all women between the ages of 50 and 69, the state offers free mammograms through the "Fofi Gennimata" program. Take advantage of it!
In recent months, we have already identified more than 3,000 cases of early stage breast cancer, with a very good prognosis for treatment. One of them is Katerina..."
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