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Gold Fields Ghana Foundation health outreach identifies 21 suspected breast cancer cases
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Tarkwa, Unilever Ghana, and Diagnostic Centre Limited (DCL), conducted its fourth-quarter Health Engagement and Access Link (HEAL) Programme in the Samahu and Abekoase communities of Ghana’s Western Region.
During the event held on October 17, 2026, 185 women underwent breast cancer screening as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month activities. Of these, 21 women were referred for further medical assessment due to suspected cases.
In total, 735 people received various healthcare services, including general medical consultations, blood pressure and blood sugar tests, eye and dental screenings, lung function tests, X-rays, and ultrasound services. Additionally, 937 community members received National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) registration, renewal, or card replacement services. The outreach, which had an estimated cost of GH¢606,964, aimed to improve healthcare access and promote early detection in host communities.
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Diagnostic Centre Limited · Gold Fields Ghana Foundation · Rotary Club of Tarkwa · Unilever Ghana · Western Region
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- [● 2 SOURCES] 735 people received screening and general healthcare services. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 185 women underwent breast cancer screening. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The outreach cost an estimated GH¢606,964. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 21 suspected breast cancer cases were referred for further assessment. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 937 community members received National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) services. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation organized a health outreach programme in Samahu and Abekoase. ghananewss.com · www.myjoyonline.com