Tulin Sahin (Tülin Şahin) Diagnosed with Suspicious Breast Tumor
Famous model Tulin Sahin (Tülin Şahin) has announced she will undergo surgery after a tumor carrying a cancer risk was detected in her breast. Sahin, who has long been a prominent figure in the Pink Ribbon movement for breast cancer awareness, stated,
"I have been telling women for years that early diagnosis saves lives. Now, I have encountered the same reality myself."
A Suspicious Mass Detected
The model shared a personal statement regarding her health process: "I want to share a very personal process with you today. As a result of check-ups, a suspicious mass was detected in my breast, and my doctors recommended an operation. I will have surgery soon. I am well and strong."
Sahin emphasized the global scale of the disease, noting that a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer approximately every 14 seconds worldwide. Having worked to expand the Pink Ribbon movement within the fashion industry, she noted the irony of facing the same diagnosis herself.
Health is Not a Subject for Shame
Sahin highlighted the social pressures women face regarding health issues. She remarked that many women fear being judged, losing their jobs, or being labeled more than the disease itself.
"Health is not a topic to be ashamed of speaking about,"she stated.
As a mother, Sahin expressed that her daughter and family are her greatest sources of strength. She confirmed her intention to continue her work and production during this period, concluding with a vital reminder: "Early diagnosis saves lives."
