The Women’s Committee of the Health Service Workers Union (HSWU) in the Volta Region has launched a breast cancer awareness campaign in partnership with the Ketu South Municipal Hospital and Health Directorate, urging women to seek early screening and report unusual breast changes promptly.
The campaign was officially launched on October 7, 2026, as part of efforts to raise public awareness about breast cancer, promote early detection and improve access to screening services across communities in the region.
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Festus educated participants on the warning signs of breast cancer, stressing the importance of recognising changes in the breast and seeking medical attention without delay.
He also outlined the appropriate channels through which individuals could access further assessment and care, encouraging women to take their breast health seriously.
Ms. Patrina, who led a practical session on breast awareness, demonstrated how women could become familiar with their breasts and identify changes that may require medical attention.
She, however, cautioned that self-examination alone was not sufficient to rule out breast cancer, urging women to visit health facilities for professional assessment and clinical breast examinations.
The Chairperson of the HSWU Women’s Committee in the Volta Region, Sister Mabel Duvor, announced a series of activities designed to extend the campaign’s reach and encourage more women to prioritise their breast health.
The planned activities include weekly health education sessions at selected health facilities, free clinical breast examinations and screening services, radio engagements, and community floats to disseminate breast cancer awareness messages.
According to Sister Duvor, the initiative seeks to take breast cancer education beyond health facilities and into communities, ensuring that more women receive vital information and have opportunities to access screening services.
“Breast cancer is not just a health issue. It is a call to action for all of us,” she said.
She emphasised the need for collective action among health professionals, union members, community leaders and other stakeholders to promote early detection and encourage women to seek timely medical care.
Sister Duvor further expressed confidence that the collaboration would help protect lives, empower women with the knowledge to make informed health decisions, and contribute to building healthier communities.
She also expressed appreciation to the union’s management and members for their support and commitment to the campaign.
The initiative underscores the importance of sustained public education, professional breast examinations and accessible screening services in encouraging early detection and improving outcomes for women affected by breast cancer.
