Dzidula Pink Foundation educates pregnant women on cervical cancer

The Dzidula Pink Foundation has engaged expectant mothers on cervical cancer at a recent pregnancy clinic held at St Gregory Hospital, Budumburam in the Awutu Senya East District.

The engagement formed part of its advocacy on early cancer detection to safeguard maternal health.

It also formed part of the foundation’s broader mission to raise awareness about cancers affecting women, particularly at a time when many may be least likely to consider screening especially pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Addressing a gathering of pregnant women at the clinic, the president of the foundation, Ms Fafa Gozo, highlighted a worrying trend where a significant number of women are diagnosed with cancer around the time of delivery.

This, she noted, often results from delayed screening and limited awareness about the importance of early detection.

She educated the women about the need to prioritise their health by undertaking timely cancer screening, even while navigating the demands of pregnancy.

She reiterated that early detection remains one of the most effective ways to improve treatment outcomes and reduce mortality.

“Pregnancy should not be a reason to delay screening. In fact, it is a critical period where heightened awareness can save lives,” Ms Gozo said.

The engagement also created a platform for open dialogue, allowing the expectant mothers to ask questions, share concerns, and receive guidance from health professionals present at the clinic.

Health experts at the facility echoed the foundation’s message, underscoring that routine checks and screenings, when done early, can lead to timely interventions and better health outcomes for both mother and child.

By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu