Women in Ahoe in the Ho Central Constituency have benefited from a free cervical cancer screening exercise organised by the area Member of Parliament, Edem Kofi Kpotosu.
The exercise, held at the Ahoe Community Centre in the Ho, formed part of efforts to promote women’s health and encourage early detection of potentially life-threatening conditions.
Dozens of women, including market traders, turned up to access screening services, counselling, and medical advice provided by health professionals. Participants who required additional care were also referred for further medical attention.
Health workers used the opportunity to educate attendees on the importance of routine check-ups, early diagnosis, and preventive care, particularly in addressing cervical cancer.
Speaking to Adom News, Special Aide to the MP, Foli Bruno, stressed the urgency of prioritising women’s health, noting that cervical cancer continues to claim many lives despite being preventable and treatable when detected early.
He urged women to take advantage of such initiatives and to seek regular medical screening, emphasising that awareness and prompt action remain critical in reducing the disease burden.
Beneficiaries of the programme expressed appreciation to the MP for the intervention, describing it as timely and beneficial, especially for those with limited access to healthcare services.
The outreach also included a broader awareness campaign on women’s health, aimed at equipping participants with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
