Breast Care International (BCI), a Non-governmental health organization, over the weekend screened hundreds of women who took part in the latest edition of Aglow International’s convention held at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi.

The free health screening, sponsored by Roche Ghana also took patrons of the event through steps of how to perform their own Breast Self-Examination (BSE).

President of BCI, Dr Beatrice Wiafe Addai, described the event as highly encouraging, pointing out that, “this is one of the most important screening programs BCI has undertaken this year,” and promised to make it routine in all subsequent national conventions of Aglow International.

Dr. Wiafe explained that it is importance for affected persons to report the abnormalities on time to hospitals for further diagnosis since “early detection and prompt action is equal to prevention.”

Survivors of the disease took opportunity to share their experiences to their peers.

After the screening, those found with problems were counselled and referred to health facilities for further treatment.

Aglow Ghana President, Dorothy Danso, said the invitation to BCI was in recognition of the level of commitment displayed over the years by BCI in educating and screening women for breast cancer.

She entreated the women to regularly practice BSE as directed, and encouraged them to give priority to their health, above all other considerations.