A three-day free breast cancer screening exercise organised by Ms Elizabeth Naa Borley Borketey has ended in the Krowor Constituency, with some women identified as requiring further medical evaluation.
The exercise, held under the theme "Early Action, Better Outcomes," took place from October 13 to 15, 2026, and covered communities including Gborbu Koonaa, Osheku Tsonshi, Nungua Zongo, Spintex, Nungua Authority and Nungua Barrier, also known as Quaye Nungua. Screening sessions ran from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
Ms Borley, an indigene of the constituency and a member of the Fruitful Youth Branch of the Gospel Light International Church at Nungua, said the initiative was aimed at raising awareness about breast cancer, encouraging early detection and promoting access to preventive healthcare.
Follow-up support pledged
During the exercise, some women were identified as requiring further medical checks. Ms Borley pledged to facilitate additional medical evaluations for the affected women and support the cost of their treatment.
The commitment extends the initiative beyond free screening to include follow-up support for women who may require further medical intervention, particularly those who may face financial difficulties in accessing care.
Church leaders support initiative
Ms Borley received support from members of the Gospel Light International Church, including Lady Bishop Mrs Frances Dodoo-Amoo, Apostle Winslow Amoo, Apostle Robert Quaye, Reverend Mrs Patricia Kuffour, Reverend Mrs Vida Quaye, Reverend John Pomary and Pastor Mrs Sasha Quao, alongside other church members.
Organisers said taking the screening exercise to communities across Krowor was intended to make preventive healthcare services more accessible to women who might otherwise face challenges in obtaining screening. They said breast cancer awareness should go beyond education to include regular screening, medical referrals and sustained support for those requiring further investigation or treatment.
Women were encouraged to remain attentive to changes in their breasts, seek professional medical advice when they notice anything unusual and follow the screening recommendations of qualified healthcare professionals.
