By Anthony Adongo Apubeo
Bolgatanga, Oct. 25, GNA – The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Ghana, has organised a breast cancer screening exercise for women workers in the Upper East Region as part of activities to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The initiative formed part of the Union’s efforts to promote women’s health and encourage early detection of breast cancer, with similar screening activities being supported on a smaller scale across all 10 regions of the country.
Mr King James Azotiba, General Secretary of TEWU of TUC, said the initiative reflected the Union’s commitment to the health and well-being of women, who played critical roles in the workforce, families and national development.
“The health of women is the health of the nation. Women’s health is a strength of the union,” he said.
Mr Azotiba noted that women constituted about 60 per cent of Ghana’s working population, stressing that their health was essential to the well-being of families and the country’s future.
He urged the participants to take advantage of the screening exercise, interact with the health professionals and ask questions to improve their understanding of breast cancer and its early detection.
He also encouraged them to share the knowledge acquired with colleagues and relatives who were unable to attend the programme, to help raise awareness and encourage more women to seek screening and medical attention.
Mr Azotiba said the Union’s responsibility extended beyond advocating improved conditions of service to promoting the health, welfare and dignity of its members.
Ms Theresa Ayintoliya, Upper East Regional Chairperson of the Women’s Wing of TEWU of TUC, said the programme was being organised as part of the observance of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
She said the theme, “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters,” highlighted the need for compassion, understanding and support for people affected by breast cancer.
Ms Ayintoliya said breast cancer awareness went beyond wearing pink, emphasising the importance of knowledge, early medical assessment and creating an environment where people could discuss their health concerns without fear or stigma.
She urged women workers to prioritise their health and well-being while caring for their families, colleagues and communities.
Ms Ayintoliya encouraged participants to engage actively with the health professionals, ask questions and share the knowledge gained with others to promote a more informed and healthier community.
She expressed appreciation to the Union’s national leadership, invited guests, health professionals and members for their support towards the successful organisation of the programme.
GNA
Edited by Caesar Abagali/Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Anthony Adongo Apubeo
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