The College of Nursing proudly congratulates postgraduate student Maisooma Khalid Mahmood on the successful defense of her Master’s thesis titled “Knowledge, Attitude, and Preventive Practices of Caregivers Concerning the Screening Program for Colorectal Cancer in Erbil City.”
The defense took place on October 5, 2025, in the presence of the College Dean, the Head of Postgraduate Studies, and an esteemed examination committee. The committee was chaired by Assistant Professor Dr. Younis Khadr Bayez and included Assistant Professor Dr. Azaddin Kamal Mahmood, Assistant Professor Dr. Hawar Abdulrazzaq Mohammed, with Professor Dr. Ronak Nematallah Hussein serving as the academic supervisor.
This thesis provides an important contribution to public health by addressing caregivers’ awareness and preventive practices regarding colorectal cancer screening — a critical step toward improving early detection and reducing disease burden in the region.
We extend our sincere congratulations to Ms. Mahmood and wish her continued success in her academic and professional career.
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