The Women’s Committee of the Health Service Workers Union (HSWU) in the Volta Region has begun a breast cancer awareness campaign with Ketu South Municipal Hospital and Health Directorate, calling on women to seek early screening and report any unusual changes without delay.
The initiative was launched on October 7, 2026, with the aim of increasing public understanding of breast cancer, encouraging early detection and improving access to screening services in communities across the region.
At the launch, Dr. Festus spoke to participants about the warning signs associated with breast cancer. He urged women to pay close attention to changes in their breasts and to seek medical advice promptly when concerns arise.
Dr. Festus also explained how individuals could obtain further assessment and care through the appropriate health channels. His message encouraged women to treat breast health as a priority rather than waiting for symptoms to worsen.
Ms. Patrina led a practical breast-awareness session, showing participants how to become familiar with the normal appearance and feel of their breasts. She explained that this awareness could help women recognise changes that might need professional attention.
She stressed, however, that self-examination could not by itself exclude breast cancer. Women were therefore encouraged to attend health facilities for professional assessment and clinical breast examinations.
Sister Mabel Duvor, Chairperson of the HSWU Women’s Committee in the Volta Region, said the campaign would continue through a programme of activities intended to reach more women and promote regular attention to breast health.
The programme includes weekly health education sessions at selected health facilities, free clinical breast examinations and screening services. It will also feature radio engagements and community floats to spread information about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.
Sister Duvor said the campaign was designed to take breast cancer education beyond hospitals and clinics and into local communities. That approach, she added, would give more women access to reliable information as well as opportunities to use screening services.
“Breast cancer is not just a health issue. It is a call to action for all of us,” she said.
She called for health professionals, HSWU members, community leaders and other stakeholders to work together to improve early detection and encourage women to seek medical care as soon as possible.
Sister Duvor said she was confident that the partnership would help protect lives, give women the knowledge needed to make informed health decisions and support the development of healthier communities.
She also thanked the union’s management and members for backing the campaign and contributing to its implementation.
The initiative highlights the role of continuing public education, professional breast examinations and accessible screening services in supporting early detection and improving outcomes for women affected by breast cancer.
