Fortis Manesar partners with BirdiesConnect for ‘Swing for PINK’ wellness event to raise breast-cancer awareness

Fortis Manesar partners with BirdiesConnect for ‘Swing for PINK’ wellness event to raise breast-cancer awareness

Gurugram, October 31st 2025: In a powerful blend of sport, health and community advocacy, Fortis 
Hospital, Manesar, in collaboration with BirdiesConnect, hosted ‘Swing for PINK’, a unique wellness 
event dedicated to promoting early detection and awareness around breast cancer. The event took 
place at Karma Lakelands Golf Resort, Manesar, bringing together women golfers, healthcare 
specialists and wellness advocates for a morning filled with golf, health awareness sessions and onsite breast screenings. The initiative aimed to foster open dialogue around breast health and 
encourage preventive screenings in a setting that celebrates positivity, confidence, and strength.

The key highlight of the event was a breast cancer awareness workshop led by Dr. Mansi Chowhan, 
Consultant Surgical Oncology, Fortis Manesar. Participants will also have the opportunity to 
experience Thermalytix, an innovative AI-enabled, radiation-free thermal imaging screening tool
that provides a comfortable and non-invasive method for detecting early signs of breast abnormalities.

Dr. Mansi Chowhan, Consultant - Oncolplastic Breast Surgeon - Surgical Oncology, Fortis Manesar
said, “Swing for Pink” brought together the power of sport and health to raise vital awareness of 
breast cancer. Through this unique workshop, we emphasized on the importance of regular screenings 
and early detection. As part of the initiative, we offered a radiation-free, AI-powered screening 
Thermalytix - a non-invasive thermal imaging tool that enables comfortable, accessible screening for 
all women”

Mahipal Singh Bhanot, Business Head - Fortis Gurugram, Fortis Manesar, Fortis Shalimar Bagh & 
Fortis Vasant Kunj, said “Swing for PINK is about creating awareness in a relatable, uplifting 
environment and taking meaningful steps towards women’s wellness, through sport and conversation, 
we hope to break stigmas, spark dialogue, and encourage women to prioritize preventive health and 
regular screening.”

Dr Alka Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Gurugram said “Breast cancer is one of the most commonly 
diagnosed cancers among women. Awareness and regular screening are vital for prevention. Women 
should be familiar with how their breasts normally look and feel, and make self-breast examinations a 
monthly habit - a simple two-minute check that can help catch lumps or changes in texture at the 
earliest stage.”

Abhijit Singh, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital, Manesar, added “At Fortis Manesar, we firmly believe 
that early detection and education are the bedrock of the fight against breast cancer. Events such as 
‘Swing for PINK’ help us extend our message beyond the hospital walls into everyday life, connecting 
with women in their own spaces and inspiring them to empower each other. Over the next two months, 
Fortis Manesar is committed to conducting 500 free mammograms across Gurugram to help detect 
cancers early when treatment has the greatest impact.”

Swati Dodeja, Founder, BirdiesConnect, shared, “Golf brings women together through shared passion 
and purpose. With Swing for PINK, we aim to channel that spirit into a movement that empowers 
women to take charge of their health and support one another.”

Celebrating strength, resilience, and community, Swing for PINK aims to highlight how awareness, 
sport, and collective action can make a real impact in women’s health. The event serves as a reminder 
that early detection saves lives, and conversations around breast health should begin long before 
symptoms arise.

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