Deborah Akinyosoye
Zamfara State First Lady, Huriyya Lawal, has reiterated the commitment to continue to raise public awareness, promote early detection, show solidarity and support to victims of the deadly disease as well as survivors.
Mrs Lawal made this commitment while leading the walk away cancer awareness in major streets of Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, to drive the message to residents in the state.
The First Lady led other women, including the deputy governor’s wife, civil society groups, medical professionals, associations and youth, on a walk away from cancer public awareness geared toward enlightening the people about the issues of cancer and how to prevent themselves from the disease.
The Walk Away Cancer awareness started at the Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital through Sani Abacha way to Central, Bello Barau street to Government House, Gusau, where she addressed the participants, informing them of the need to spread the message of early detection and awareness as key to preventing cancer.
Medical Professionals stressed the need for sustained Public awareness that early detection and regular screening are important in preventing cancer.
Cancer which one of the leading causes of death, especially women, is real and can be prevented, if one has the knowledge about issues. That is why it is imperative to continue public awareness in cities and the grassroots about the disease.