Mahira Khan educates troll on breast cancer

Actor says it is okay to talk about such topics and people should expand their knowledge

It's Breast Cancer Awareness month.

While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take steps necessary to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same.

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Breast cancer is by far the most common type of cancer in females. However, medical technology has made advancements in early detection and treatment of this nerve-racking disease.

Superstar Mahira Khan has taken the initiative of spreading the much-needed awareness. As we all know, certain things are taboo within our Pakistani society and speaking of one's breasts is obviously one of them.

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However, this stigma around speaking openly about certain things is the reason so many end up suffering, especially women. So, Mahira took it upon herself to not only raise awareness and funds, but educate some on this 'forbidden' topic.

Coming to my SF and LA for @SKMCH ! Hoping to see all of you there 🙏🏼✨ pic.twitter.com/IUds4HLb6j

— Mahira Khan (@TheMahiraKhan) October 16, 2018

"It’s because of people like you women don’t even bother saying the word ‘breast’ let alone go for an examination," the Raees star clapped back at an ignorant being.

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She continued, "Why don’t you take the quiz, to be more aware for the women in your family and yourself (men can also get breast cancer)," she stated, urging people to educate themselves on the matter and expand their knowledge.

I got 11/15 and I thought I knew all I could about breast cancer! https://t.co/zMQypttDP9

— Mahira Khan (@TheMahiraKhan) October 16, 2018

She also took the quiz herself and was quick to share her result.

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