Techiman residents get free health screening as KGL Foundation marks Breast Cancer Awareness month
For students who spend more than three months in school before returning home for vacation, staying healthy is not just a personal concern; it is essential to their education. That was the motivation behind an 18-year-old student, Thomas, for participating in a health screening exercise organised by the KGL Foundation in Techiman, where over 200 […]
In Techiman, the KGL Foundation marked Breast Cancer Awareness month with a free health screening event that benefited over 200 residents, including young people, men, and women. The initiative aimed to promote early detection and preventive healthcare, as staying healthy is crucial for students before returning home for vacation.
Thomas, an 18-year-old student, participated in the screening, expressing his concern about maintaining good health to focus on his education. The health screening offered various services, such as breast cancer screening, blood pressure checks, HPV, hepatitis B, and C tests, and eye examinations. KGL Foundation, in collaboration with Koranteng Memorial Clinic and AgricoHub, organized the event, emphasizing the importance of early detection and preventive healthcare.
The programs manager of KGL Foundation, Mr. Nii Ankonu Annorbah-Sarpei, stated that the exercise aimed to promote breast cancer awareness and assess participants' general well-being, including ear screening, eye testing, and blood pressure checks. Health professionals stressed that such initiatives can help dispel misconceptions about breast cancer and encourage timely medical attention.
The CEO of Koranteng Memorial Clinic, Madam Elizabeth Korsah Koranteng, highlighted the significance of early screening in diagnosing and treating breast cancer, while challenging the notion that it is a curse. AgricoHub CEO, Mr. George Antwi Boasiako, emphasized that business owners must prioritize their health for economic productivity.
During the event, participants received free health screenings and joined a blood donation exercise, with a medical expert highlighting the importance of voluntary blood donation in saving lives.
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