Speaker

Biography

Yash Prasad is a fourth-year nursing student at Universiti Malaya and the former president of the Nursing Society UM. He has a strong interest in nursing research, particularly in the early diagnosis of cancer. As part of his undergraduate studies, he has conducted research on colorectal cancer awareness, risk factors, and screening barriers among non-medical professionals, gaining valuable insights into challenges in preventive healthcare and the importance of early detection. While continuing to build his clinical experience, Yash remains dedicated to healthcare initiatives that promote awareness and encourage screening participation. He aims to apply his knowledge to patient educationand future nursingpractice, advocating for proactive healthcare engagement.