Vice President of the Republic of Ghana Her Excellency Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang formally opened the ‘2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month’ on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection’s (MoGCSP) forecourt.
The event, which had as its subject “Catch it Early; Treat it Right; Survive it”, aimed to increase public knowledge of breastfeeding, cancer prevention and early diagnosis while highlighting the rights and welfare of women and older adults.
At the event, which took place on the International Day of Older Persons, free breast cancer screenings for employees and the public were offered, and senior citizens were given the opportunity to register for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
The Vice President emphasised in her keynote speech the critical necessity for early detection and appropriate treatment in the fight against breast cancer.
Even while the condition affects both men and women, she reminded the public that it still presents one of the biggest health issues for women, with repercussions for families and communities.
Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang stressed that this year’s topic should be seen as a communal call to action, encouraging Ghanaians to embrace routine screening and self-examination as lifesaving measures.
She also demanded that the stigma associated with breast cancer be eliminated, stressing that patients should always be treated with compassion, decency, and support because sickness is never a choice.
The Vice President praised the elderly for their enormous contributions to the advancement of the country on the International Day of Older Persons.
She argued for elderly people to be treated with more dignity, care, and safety because their knowledge and life experiences are still crucial to creating a stronger, more cohesive Ghana.
Prior to participating in an interactive session with the Ministry’s management team, the Vice President had bilateral talks with Hon. Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, as part of the launch.
The Minister gave a presentation on the Ministry’s goals, objectives, and accomplishments, including the indexation of the LEAP cash award, the approval of the Revised Gender Policy by the Cabinet, and the enactment of the Social Protection Act.
The Vice President commended the Minister and her team, stated that the government will continue to support the Ministry’s mission, and urged management and employees to continue their commitment to fulfilling their vital duties.
An official unveiling to commemorate the International Day of Older Persons and mark the beginning of 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month marked the culmination of the ceremony.
Source: newsthemegh.com