The Air Wives Organization (AWO) has officially launched its 2024 Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening programme on Friday October 11 2024 at the Air Force Market, Burma Camp, Accra. This year’s campaign is under the theme, "No One Should Face Breast Cancer Alone".

President of AWO, Mrs Fanny Agyen-Frempong in her address, highlighted the importance of collective action in the fight against breast cancer, stating that everyone can contribute in their own way. "Together, we can help curb breast cancer. AWO's initiative seeks not only to raise awareness but also to send a strong message of support to those battling the disease”, she said.

Patron of AWO and wife of the Chief of the Air Staff, Mrs Rosette Okyere Bekoe called for open conversations about breast cancer to help reduce the stigma associated with the disease. She also encouraged women to prioritise regular screening throughout the year and maintain a healthy lifestyle to reduce their risk.

A medical team from the 37 Military Hospital led by the Principal Nursing Officer of the Public Health Division, Madam Percy Owusu Awuku, provided education on breast cancer symptoms, preventive measures and dispelled common myths surrounding the disease.

Madam Awuku further urged women to not only practice self-examinations at home but also visit medical centers at least once a year for professional checkups.

The medical team commenced the screening process right after the launch. In line with their itinerary, the breast cancer screening will be on 12, 18 and 19 October at the Air Force Market.