Haven of Love Children’s Foundation screens 400 women in Zebilla for cancer

The Haven of Love Children’s Foundation (HOL) conducted a comprehensive health outreach in Zebilla, Upper East Region, where 400 women were screened for breast and cervical cancer. The two-day exercise, held on October 28 and 29, 2026, was organized in collaboration with the Bawku West District Health Directorate. This initiative was specifically timed to coincide with Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to provide critical health services to women in the district.

Clinical assessments during the outreach revealed significant health concerns among the participants, underscoring the importance of localized screening. Medical professionals identified 17 women with breast-related abnormalities and seven positive cases of cervical cancer. Dr. A. Sadick, who participated in the exercise, emphasized that these findings highlight the urgent necessity for regular screening. He noted that early detection remains the most effective strategy for managing and treating these conditions successfully before they reach advanced stages.

Samuel Nana-Bekai Djirackor, the founder of HOL and a JoyNews Impact Maker Awardee, explained that the foundation's mission extends beyond the initial screening process. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive care framework to support women after they receive their results, ensuring they have a pathway to access necessary medical follow-up and treatment. This outreach in Zebilla is part of a larger effort by the foundation, which has reached more than 2,000 beneficiaries through various health and social initiatives throughout the year.

The foundation concluded the exercise by calling for increased public and private support for women’s health initiatives, particularly in underserved rural areas. By bringing specialized screening services directly to the community, HOL aims to reduce the mortality rate associated with reproductive cancers through education and early intervention. The organizers noted that the high turnout in Zebilla reflects a growing awareness and demand for accessible preventive healthcare services in the region.