In a significant health initiative aimed at supporting residents in the Amenfi Central constituency in the Western Region , Joana Gyan Cudjoe, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Amenfi Central, has successfully ended a week-long free health screening exercise in the area.
The exercise began on Monday 14th October,2024 at Manso Amanfi and ended at Adjakaa Manso on last Sunday.
The free health screening exercise which was a series of community health events was scheduled to run from Monday October 14th to Sunday, October 20, 2024.
Speaking to madam Thelma Nunoo, team lead for Joana Gyan foundation, she indicated that over 10,000 residents were screened from seven separate communities in Amenfi Central .
The aforementioned communities were;Manso Amanfi, Amuni , Kwamang, Kwakuboah, Ayiem, Wassa Agona and Adjakaa Manso.
The foundation was able to reach it targeted residents of over 10,000 for the exercise.
The initiative is to address pressing health issues such as malaria, menstrual hygiene, and general well-being through the distribution of treated mosquito nets, sanitary pads, and health screening services.
Starting each day at 8 AM, the program was held in different locations across the Amenfi Central constituency, including Manso Amanfi,Amuni and Kwamang.
The NDC Parliamentary candidate, Joana Gyan Cudjoe used the opportunity to distribute over 10,000 treated mosquito nets to combat malaria, a disease that continues to be a significant health threat in the constituency, especially among young people.
This effort reflects her commitment to ensuring that students are provided with the necessary tools to protect their health and well-being.
In addition to mosquito nets, Madam Joana Gyan Cudjoe also provided 10,000 sanitary pads, recognizing the importance of menstrual hygiene management for female students. This critical aspect of health care often goes overlooked, and Hon Cudjoe aims to alleviate the challenges faced by young women during their menstrual cycles, allowing them to attend school without disruptions.
The initiative also included comprehensive health services, such as breast cancer screenings, laboratory tests, drug distribution, ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) services, and blood tests. By offering these services free of charge, the NDC PC hopes to enhance health awareness and encourage early detection of diseases among students.
Below were the locations for each day.
*Tuesday 15th October- Amuni*
*Wednesday 16th October- Kwamang*
*Thursday 17th October- Ayiem*
*Friday 18th October- Kwakuboa*
*Saturday 19th October- Agona Amenfi*
*Sunday 20th October Ajakaa Manso*
She believes investing in students’ health is essential for their academic success and overall well-being. This initiative is not just about distributing resources; it’s about empowering the youth in Amenfi Central to take charge of their health and future.
The health activities undoubtedly benefited residents,students and significantly raise awareness about essential health issues within the constituency. Constituents took the advantage of the opportunity and participated in the health screenings.
As the date approached there were high turnout, making the initiative a landmark event in the Amenfi Central constituency. Joana Gyan Cudjoe is committed to not only being a voice for her community in Parliament but also actively contributing to their health and well-being through such initiatives.
