A two-day breast cancer awareness and screening campaign, dubbed “Save the Tatas: Big or Small”, was held in Ghana on October 9 and 10, 2026. The initiative was conducted at Fafraha Community Senior High School and Danfa Health Centre to promote breast health education and encourage early detection. The campaign brought together 11 Rotary clubs, eight Rotaract clubs, healthcare professionals and other partners to improve access to screening services and raise awareness of breast cancer among students and community members.
The first phase of the campaign was held at Fafraha Community Senior High School, where more than 1,200 learners participated in breast health education sessions. The second phase took place at Danfa Health Centre, offering free screening and education to community members. In all, more than 2,000 people received education on breast cancer risk factors, early detection and breast self-awareness. Participants were also educated on common misconceptions and encouraged to seek medical attention whenever they noticed unusual changes in their breasts.
Of the 300 people screened, including eight males, medical personnel identified 25 cases of breast abnormalities. These comprised 13 cases of breast pain, four cases of nipple discharge and eight cases of breast lumps. All 25 individuals received counselling and referrals to Danfa Health Centre for further investigation and appropriate clinical management, including access to free breast scanning.
The screening exercise was conducted by trained nurses from Danfa Health Centre and Fafraha Health Centre, with support from the La Nkwantanang Municipal Health Directorate. A total of 157 Rotarians, Rotaractors and volunteers supported the campaign through community mobilisation, public education, screening and other engagement activities. The participating Rotary clubs were Accra-Airport Enclave, Accra Legon East, Accra-SpeakMasters, Accra Trinity, Accra MOBA-GEHEY, Accra Adjiringanor, Accra Airport East, Accra North, Accra-Adenta, Accra North-Teshie and Accra-East.
The eight Rotaract clubs involved were the University of Professional Studies, Accra; Wisconsin International University College; Adenta Central; Adenta-Fafraha; E-Club of Ghana; Accra-Airport; Accra Adentan; and Accra Teshie Nungua. Organisers noted that some girls and women were reluctant to undergo screening because of fear, misconceptions and limited knowledge about breast health. They said the observation highlighted the need for sustained public education to address barriers to preventive healthcare and encourage more people to seek screening and medical advice when necessary.
The organisers are calling for increased investment in year-round breast cancer awareness, education, and screening programmes to promote early detection and ensure that women, girls, and men have access to accurate information and appropriate healthcare services. They stressed that breast abnormalities do not necessarily mean a person has cancer but said prompt medical assessment was essential to determine the cause and ensure appropriate care.
According to Adom TV, the campaign is part of a broader effort to promote breast health education and encourage early detection of breast cancer in Ghana. The organisers are urging the public to take proactive steps to protect their breast health and seek medical attention if they notice any unusual changes.
Key points
- 300 people were screened for breast abnormalities during the two-day campaign.
- 25 cases of breast abnormalities were identified, including 13 cases of breast pain and eight cases of breast lumps.
- The campaign was supported by 157 Rotarians, Rotaractors and volunteers from 11 Rotary clubs and eight Rotaract clubs.
