Early Detection at the Heart of IMaH’s Cervical Cancer Awareness Campaign
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The International Maritime Hospital (IMaH) has launched its Cervical Cancer Awareness Month campaign, emphasizing early detection as a critical step in the fight against the disease.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cervical cancer claims over 340,000 lives annually, with nearly 80% of cases and 90% of deaths occurring in low-income countries.
In response, IMaH is intensifying its awareness efforts to promote screening, vaccination, and preventive measures.
This year’s campaign, themed “Empowering Prevention, Protection, and Early Detection Measures,” highlights the importance of a collective approach in tackling cervical cancer.
As part of the initiative, the hospital is offering a 30% discount on screening laboratory tests and HPV vaccinations to encourage early detection and prevent the virus that causes cervical cancer.
A Consultant Obstetrician Gynecologist at IMaH, Dr. Eric Korsah noted that cervical cancer is a preventable cancer, hence, routine screening, vaccination and early detection through education is key.
“Females should prioritize their health by getting screened for sexually transmitted diseases and practicing safe sex by using condoms, avoiding sexual activities during menstruation, as well as refraining from oral and anal sex,” he advised.
An Obstetrician Gynecologist, also with ImaH, Dr. Barbara Fenyi said cervical cancer is the second leading cause of female cancer deaths in Ghana, and it is asymptomatic at the early stages, hence, the need to get checked early.
According to her, females who bleed in between menses, have unpleasant vagina odour or have contact bleeding through sex, douching or finger insertion must seek medical attention to rule out the disease.
Speaking at the launch, Member of Parliament for Tema West, Lawyer James Enu, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to increasing healthcare resources and strengthening awareness programs to mitigate the impact of cervical cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
IMaH’s cervical cancer awareness campaign aligns with global efforts to eliminate cervical cancer through regular screenings, HPV vaccinations, and public education. IMaH urges all eligible individuals to take advantage of the discounted services and prioritize their health through early detection.
