The Medical Team at the ongoing Elite U15 Girls Championship organized a special Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening Program at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram as part of activities marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The exercise, led by Dr. Christiana Baah and her able medical team - Rabiatu Abubakar, Christiana Pokuaa, Yaa Sarfowaa, Henry Bartplange and Richard Mensah aimed to educate young female athletes on the importance of early detection, regular self-examination, and routine medical screening for breast cancer. The program also offered free breast screening and health counselling sessions for players, Young Referees, coaches, and staff members.
The event formed part of the GFA Foundation’s “GFA Cares” initiative, which integrates preventive health education into youth football development. The venue was beautifully decorated in pink to symbolize the fight against breast cancer, creating a powerful visual reminder of the need for awareness and advocacy.
In her presentation, Dr. Baah highlighted the urgent need for young women, especially athletes, to be proactive about their health.
“Breast cancer is not a disease for older women alone. Early education and screening can save lives. Awareness at this stage empowers our young girls to grow into health-conscious women,” she said.
The session featured an engaging visual presentation on breast and cervical health, emphasizing prevention through healthy lifestyle habits, regular medical checkups, and prompt reporting of unusual breast changes.
The program attracted a full hall of U15 players and team officials, Referees and Coaches who listened attentively and participated in interactive discussions. Many participants took the opportunity to undergo screening and learn practical self-examination techniques.
General Secretary Prosper Harrison Addo (Esq.), commended Dr. Baah and her medical team for their continuous efforts in promoting women’s health within football.
“We are proud to see football being used as a platform to champion women’s health. This is how we build strong athletes and stronger communities,” he remarked.
The event concluded with a collective commitment to sustain breast cancer awareness among female footballers and to extend the initiative to other GFA programs across the regions.
The theme for the day — “Elite U15 Girls Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month” — resonated throughout the event, reinforcing the message that early detection saves lives.
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