A free health screening campaign targeting young girls and women was launched on September 29, 2026, in Yomou, Guinea. The campaign, part of the activities marking the 5th day of the National Independence Week, aims to promote women's health and provide free screening services for various health conditions. The initiative was launched by the local authorities in collaboration with the national health authorities.
Prior to the launch of the campaign, local authorities paid a visit to a Balamou family who had hosted companions of Guinea's independence struggle, Yakpaoro N'wigna Bölö and Nyépou Vequelé. The visit was a tribute to their memory and contributions to the country's fight for independence. The campaign provides an opportunity for women to undergo voluntary and free screening for breast cancer, cervical cancer, hypertension, and diabetes.
The Director of the Prefectural Health Department, Dr. Mathieu Loua, expressed his gratitude to the national, administrative, and communal authorities, as well as the defense and security forces, for their support in organizing the campaign. He praised the initiative, saying it would help improve women's health and well-being in the region. The hospital's director, Dr. Péma Grovogui, has set up teams to oversee the execution and monitoring of the campaign.
The national supervisor of the Independence Week in Yomou, Abdoul Karim Hann, expressed his satisfaction with the organization of the activity in the prefecture. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives in promoting women's health and providing access to medical care. The campaign is expected to benefit many women and young girls in the region.
The Prefect of Yomou, Colonel Ibrahima Douramoudou Kéïta, officially launched the campaign, which aims to "strengthen health coverage for women without any charges." He encouraged women and young girls in the prefecture to visit the prefectural hospital to benefit from the free screening services. The authorities are working to ensure that the campaign is a success and that many women benefit from it.
The free screening campaign is part of the country's efforts to improve women's health and reduce the burden of diseases. The initiative is also a demonstration of the government's commitment to promoting women's well-being and providing access to medical care. The campaign will provide a platform for women to learn about their health and take proactive steps to prevent and manage diseases.
Similar campaigns have been launched in other parts of the country, including Kamsar and Mali, as part of the Independence Week celebrations. The campaigns aim to provide free screening services for various health conditions, including diabetes, breast cancer, and cervical cancer. The initiatives have been well-received by the local communities, who have expressed their gratitude for the government's efforts to promote their health and well-being.
Key points
- The free screening campaign in Yomou aims to provide voluntary and free screening services for breast cancer, cervical cancer, hypertension, and diabetes to young girls and women.
- The campaign was launched as part of the country's 68th Independence Day celebrations and is part of the government's efforts to promote women's health and well-being.
- Similar campaigns have been launched in other parts of the country, including Kamsar and Mali, as part of the Independence Week celebrations.
