In the Gabonese province of Ogooué-Lolo, women from the Union démocratique des bâtisseurs (UDB) party have launched an awareness campaign on breast and cervical cancer. The campaign, which ends on Saturday, targets market vendors in Koulamoutou. Led by Nephtalie Akanassi-Idodo, the provincial delegate of the UDB women's league, the team visited various markets to educate vendors on the importance of early detection. The campaign aims to strengthen prevention and promote healthy lifestyles.
The awareness campaign, which started earlier this month, is part of the Octobre Rose (Pink October) initiative. The UDB women's league organized the event to educate women on the risks associated with breast and cervical cancer. The team, which included sages-femmes Rolande Moussavou and Grâce Malamba from the Centre hospitalier régional Paul Moukambi, provided information on risk factors and prevention methods. The campaign also included a tour of the markets, where vendors were encouraged to undergo screening.
The UDB women's league team was accompanied by local authorities, including Passerella Ghanga, the provincial delegate of the UDB, Thierry Bayito Mokoko, the regional health director for Centre-Est, and Sébastien Siba, the general director of the Centre hospitalier régional Paul Moukambi. Their presence helped to amplify the message and demonstrate the commitment of local leaders to the campaign. The team visited several markets, including the Mambenda market.
During the campaign, the team emphasized the importance of early detection and screening for breast and cervical cancer. They also provided information on the symptoms and risk factors associated with the diseases. The sages-femmes provided guidance on self-examination and encouraged vendors to undergo regular screening. The campaign aims to empower women with knowledge and promote healthy behaviors.
The campaign will conclude with a fitness session and a screening session at the provincial headquarters for family and women. The UDB women's league hopes to reach as many women as possible and encourage them to take proactive steps towards their health. The team is optimistic that the campaign will have a positive impact on the community and promote a culture of prevention.
Breast and cervical cancer are significant health concerns in Gabon. According to health experts, early detection and screening are critical in preventing and treating the diseases. The UDB women's league campaign is part of a broader effort to promote women's health and well-being in the country. The campaign has been well-received by the community, with many vendors expressing appreciation for the information and support.
The UDB women's league plans to continue its awareness campaign and expand its reach to other communities in the province. The team hopes to build on the success of the current campaign and promote a culture of prevention and healthy living. By working together, the UDB women's league and local authorities aim to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of women in Gabon.
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- The UDB women's league has launched an awareness campaign on breast and cervical cancer in Koulamoutou, Gabon.
