GIMPA Law Students’ Association organises breast cancer awareness campaign, calls for regular screening

The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Law Students’ Association (LSA) has organised a breast cancer awareness campaign to educate students on the importance of regular breast self-examination, early detection and timely medical attention.

The initiative, held as part of activities marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, formed part of the Association’s efforts to promote health awareness and the general well-being of students within the university community.

Speaking during the campaign, the President of the Law Students’ Association, Melchiah S.K. Mortty, encouraged women not to allow fear to prevent them from examining their breasts or seeking medical attention when they notice unusual changes.

He explained that not every breast lump is cancerous and urged women to seek professional medical assessment rather than assume the worst or avoid examination out of fear.

The Secretary of the Association, Josephine Tetteh, also encouraged women to regularly examine their breasts and pay attention to any unusual changes. She stressed the importance of being familiar with one’s body to help identify changes that may require medical attention.

Adding his voice, the Organising Secretary of the Association, Abubakar Tanko Saddiq Nuhu, emphasised that breast cancer awareness should not end with October.

He called for continuous efforts to sustain the campaign beyond Breast Cancer Awareness Month, noting that early detection can save lives.

The President of the GIMPA Students’ Representative Council (SRC), Valerie Elikem Kportufe, and the SRC Vice President, Oswald Nii Aba, also joined the event in support of the awareness campaign.

The Vice President of the Law Students’ Association, Cecil Adrian Sampson, was also present at the event.

The campaign formed part of the GIMPA Law Students’ Association’s commitment to keeping students informed about important health issues, particularly breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection.

The Association hopes to sustain awareness beyond October and encourage students to remain conscious of their breast health throughout the year.