, Jan. 10 -- Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BRCS) Chairman Prof Dr Halida Hanum Akhtar on Saturday announced the expansion of cervical cancer screening services to all 64 districts of the country, saying the disease is fully preventable if timely screening and vaccination are ensured.

She also stressed that preventing cervical cancer is not only a women's issue- it requires awareness and responsible participation from male family members as well.

Dr Halida made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at a discussion organised at the National Press Club marking Cervical Cancer Awareness Day. Later, awareness leaflets were distributed among the public through a rally titled "Walk for Mothers."

Highlighting the severity of the dis...