The Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Hon. Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has urged women in the constituency to make breast cancer screening and regular medical check-ups a priority.
She made the call as Ghana joins the global community to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign focused on educating the public about breast cancer, encouraging early detection and promoting timely medical intervention.
According to the MP, women should not wait until they develop severe symptoms before seeking medical attention. She said regular health checks could help identify abnormalities at an early stage and enable patients to receive appropriate care promptly.
Hajia Zuwera therefore encouraged women to incorporate breast examinations into their routine healthcare practices and consult qualified health professionals whenever they notice unusual changes.
“As women, our health is our wealth. I urge every woman in Salaga South to make time and visit the hospital to check your breast. Prevention is better than cure. I am here to serve and save everyone,” she said.
The MP also appealed to women who may have concerns or fears about breast screening to overcome such barriers and take advantage of available healthcare services. She stressed that preventive healthcare should be taken seriously, particularly because early attention to possible signs of disease can improve the prospects of effective treatment.
Hon. Hajia further called on men to take part in breast cancer awareness and screening initiatives whenever opportunities arise, stressing that breast cancer is not exclusively a women’s health issue. Although breast cancer among men is relatively uncommon, she said men must not ignore the possibility of developing the disease.
She noted that limited awareness and social stigma can cause some men to overlook or conceal early warning signs, potentially resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. The MP consequently encouraged men to pay attention to unusual changes around the breast area and seek professional medical advice rather than dismissing such symptoms.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed annually in October, provides an opportunity for health professionals, organisations, communities and individuals to raise awareness about the disease and promote measures aimed at improving early detection.
In Salaga South, Hon. Hajia Zuwera’s message has been welcomed by residents and supporters, who say her focus on healthcare demonstrates an approach to representation that extends beyond infrastructure and political activities.
They believe that improving the wellbeing of constituents should form an integral part of leadership and community development.
For the Salaga South MP, encouraging residents to take preventive health measures is part of her responsibility to the people she represents.
She has therefore renewed her appeal to women and men in the constituency to take breast health seriously, participate in appropriate screening programmes, and seek professional medical attention promptly whenever they notice concerning changes.
