OREANDA-NEWS. The health care system is considered to be the basis and criteria of established statehood and competitive national economy. And the major determinant of an effectively functioning health care system is the strong primary care, where the major focus is on early prevention. Early diagnosis and prevention are increasing the chances of effective treatment. Therefore the earlier people are aware of their health problems and risks, the higher chances they will be able to avoid chronic health problems. Accordingly, the Breast Cancer is found to be one of the major threats to women’s health in Armenia, and effective diagnosis of and awareness on breast cancer are at the heart of minimizing the risks of its becoming a chronic disease.
 
VivaCell extended hands to the Armenian-American Wellness Center, which is better known as the Mammography Center, by providing necessary funds for the construction and refurbishment of the whole 3rd floor where the newly-established Patomorphology Study Center will be located. In this newly-opened Center with state-of-the-art equipment, health care providers will receive comprehensive clinical training on early diagnosis and preventive care techniques. 
 
“Being the leading Armenian mobile operator and providing services does not mean we are not aware of the needs and priorities of the Armenian people, including its health care needs. We are part of this society, and we cannot stand aside, as we feel obliged and committed to support the primary care advancement, and because we care about our people. Additionally, VivaCell acknowledges the role of effective health care planning, diagnosis and early prevention in sustaining the future of the Nation through minimizing the health risks it faces. But above all, it is our strong believe in a better and healthy future of Armenia that guides VivaCell, a purely commercial organization, in making social investments”, notes Ralph Yirikian, the General Manager of VivaCell.
 
The Armenian-American Wellness Center was established through the generous and continuous support from Mr. Vardges and Mrs. Rita Balyan, American-Armenians who from the early days of Armenia’s independence have been providing huge material support to Armenia in the sphere of education, health care, culture and other spheres of society.