Akua Dankwah

A  report on my community service experience: 

On 31st July, 2024, I began my community service at Trafalgar in Ho, Volta Region, embarking on a project dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and educating women on self-breast examinations.

This initiative stemmed from my observations during patient history taking, where I noticed a concerning trend: many women do not screen for breast or cervical cancer. Recognizing the critical importance of early detection, I decided to focus my efforts on empowering women with the knowledge and skills needed to perform self-breast examinations. Utilizing visual aids, I conducted interactive sessions where I demonstrated the step-by-step process of self-breast examination. I emphasized the importance of regular screenings and educated the women on the signs to look for, such as pain, lumps, or unusual nipple discharge.

Additionally, I encouraged them to seek medical attention promptly if they noticed any of these warning signs. The sessions also highlighted the significance of screening for both breast and cervical cancer, reinforcing the message that early detection can save lives. Overall, my community service experience was great.

It was an honor to contribute to health promotion and prevention efforts in the Volta Region. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of these women and to help raise awareness about the importance of cancer screenings. This experience would not have been possible without the support of the JEQ Foundation, to whom I extend my heartfelt thanks for their assistance.