Ghana Formed Police Unit -1 educates parishioners on breast cancer awareness in South Sudan
As part of activities marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Ghana Formed Police Unit One (FPU-1), Rotation Nine, has organised an outreach programme at the St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church in Bentiu in South Sudan, to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of breast cancer.
The event, held under the theme “The Importance of Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer,” formed part of the unit’s commitment to community service and health education within the mission area.
It aimed to inspire and educate participants to prioritise breast health, recognise the importance of quality health care, and improve health outcomes through awareness and early action.
Commendation
In her remarks, the Field Office Police Commander (FOPC), Bentui - South Sudan, Commissioner of Police (COP) Sireh Jabang, commended the Ghana FPU-1 team for their initiative, describing it as a crucial step toward saving lives.
She stated that knowledge was strength and awareness was survival, urging participants to stay informed and seek medical help when necessary.
COP Jabang, who is a Gambian, noted that many cancer patients suffered in silence and neglect, a situation that the awareness programmes sought to change.
Awareness campaigns
A member of the Ghana FPU Level One Hospital, DSP Dr Norbert Asibiga, highlighted the significance of awareness campaigns such as the Pink Ribbon Campaign, which symbolises solidarity and hope for those affected by breast cancer.
He took participants through vital topics, including the importance of early detection, understanding breast density, and the various screening methods available, such as mammograms, ultrasound, and MRI.
Encouragement
The Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO), C/Supt. Rosina Adwoa Donkor Gariba, encouraged participants to break the silence and end the stigma associated with breast cancer.
She emphasised that awareness, early detection, and community support remain the strongest tools in fighting the disease and ensuring successful treatment outcomes.
Participants expressed profound gratitude to the Ghana FPU-1 team for organising the educative programme and requested that more such initiatives be held frequently.
