Greek patients face some of the highest out-of-pocket costs and unmet medical needs in the OECD, underscoring persistent gaps in access, funding, and low confidence in the health system

Women in disadvantaged areas often lack information and self-esteem. Prevention accounts for 30% of the decline in cancer mortality among women aged 50 to 69.

Thousands expected at Greece’s largest breast cancer awareness event. Road closures planned in Athens this weekend.

This year's Race for the Cure Athens takes place on Sept. 28 and aims to unite thousands in the fight against breast cancer.

Women who are eligible for the preventative mammography examination are aged between 45 and 74 and have a Social Security Number (AMKA).

In Greece, approximately 7,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, with it being the most common form of cancer in women.

This initiative targets 1.4 million women and provides free digital mammography, free ultrasound, and free consultations with doctors.

The annual ‘Greece Race for the Cure’ raising funds for breast cancer research is fully booked with two runs set for Sunday, Sept. 29.