Nayala: The mobile clinic, part of the presidential health initiative, made a stop in Toma, Nayala province, for a comprehensive free screening campaign targeting women’s cancers. This initiative aligns with Pink October, a month dedicated to combating breast and cervical cancers.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the women of Nayala gathered in significant numbers at the Place de la Revolution, near the CMA in Toma, to benefit from the services offered by the mobile clinic. The initiative, led by the President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, aims to provide accessible health services to remote areas through the Presidential Initiative for Health.
Dr. Arouna Sissao, the chief physician of the Toma health district, emphasized that the mobile clinics were acquired to support existing health services and bring essential care closer to underserved populations. “This campaign is a high-end, completely free service for the screening and prevention of breast and cervical cancer,” he stated.
Adama Diallo, the Secretary General of Nayala Province, highlighted the campaign’s importance, noting that it provides relief to vulnerable populations. He stressed the significance of health care for women and children under five, urging women to take advantage of this opportunity for medical consultation.
Equipped with modern mammography, ultrasound, and colposcopy equipment, the mobile clinic offers examinations typically considered expensive, now made accessible to all through the free service. Mission leader Dr. Zongo Salifou focused on prevention, asserting that early detection is crucial for successful treatment.
Led by midwives Ms. Toe and Ms. Dabire/Some Pelagie, women participated in practical breast self-examination sessions, learning about preventive measures and the importance of regular health monitoring. Ms. Toe emphasized that early detection can save lives and encouraged women to seek medical advice if they notice any abnormalities.
Beneficiaries like Bayili/Kambire Ines and Kankouan Marie expressed their gratitude for the initiative, recognizing its potential to save lives by providing much-needed health services to women who may not realize they are at risk.
The presidential mobile clinic, which has conducted 38 outings in 2025, plans to spend two days in Toma. Approximately 100 women will receive personalized screenings and advice through this campaign, which highlights the Presidential Health Initiative’s commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility for rural populations.