More than 200 pregnant women have received education on early breast cancer detection and safe delivery practices at the just-ended “Pregnancy School” event held in Accra. The programme, organised by Flora Kids baby diapers, a subsidiary of Delta Paper Mill Limited, in partnership with the Kaneshie Polyclinic, also marked the climax of the 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Mrs Barbara Incoom, Marketing Director of Delta Paper Mill Ltd, said the initiative was part of efforts to promote maternal health and quality childcare to support national development. She noted that empowering expectant mothers with self-examination skills and knowledge on safe delivery could significantly improve health outcomes.
“This partnership is crucial for early detection of breast cancer and pregnancy-related challenges, helping women make informed decisions that can save lives,” she said. Mrs Incoom also encouraged mothers to prioritise reliable baby products such as Flora Kids diapers to ensure comfort and safety for their infants.
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Dr Christina Brew Daniel, Medical Superintendent of the Kaneshie Polyclinic, emphasised that early detection remained the most effective way to improve survival rates, adding that breast cancer could affect both women and men. She urged the public to seek immediate medical attention when a lump is detected rather than resorting to herbal treatments.
“Most cancers do not have obvious early symptoms. That is why routine screening is essential,” she noted. Dr Brew Daniel revealed that the facility operated a dedicated screening unit for both men and women throughout the year to support early diagnosis and reduce the financial burden on patients and the healthcare system.
The programme forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen public education on breast cancer and improve maternal health across the country.
