The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has launched the 2026 Breast Cancer Screening and Awareness Campaign in Ho, Volta Region, with a call for greater attention to early detection and treatment.
The campaign, launched at the GNAT Hall on October 2, is being held under the theme, “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters,” with the sub-theme, “United for a Breast Cancer-Free Ghana: Early Detection, Early Action, Better Outcomes.”
The initiative seeks to raise public awareness about breast cancer and encourage women to undergo regular screening to improve the chances of early detection.
Speaking to the media after the launch, Dr Lartey emphasised the importance of sustained public education and screening as part of efforts to address the disease.
The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, also called for greater support for breast cancer survivors, urging them to share their experiences to encourage others affected by the disease.
He said survivors’ stories could offer hope and courage to people living with breast cancer while motivating more women to take screening seriously.
Mr Gunu further urged the public and government to pay greater attention to survivors and support efforts to promote awareness, early detection and treatment.
He encouraged women to make breast cancer screening a priority and incorporate it into their routine health checks.
