In a compelling show of creative expression, the Medicaid Most cancers Basis, in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson Progressive Medication and Maigaskiya Visuals, have hosted an impactful artwork curation occasion geared toward elevating consciousness about prostate most cancers.
The occasion, themed ‘Dismissing the Silence,’ served as a platform to convey the message in regards to the important impression of prostate most cancers in Nigeria by numerous artwork varieties similar to portray, dance and craftwork.
Led by the spouse of former Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, the initiative highlighted the significance of partnerships in successfully reaching focused audiences with important well being data.
Shinkafi-Bagudu stated the Artwork for Most cancers occasion exemplified how partnerships can leverage artwork to advertise consciousness in a fascinating and ambient setting.
Regardless of challenges similar to underreporting and restricted entry to healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa, she stated initiatives like this underscore the significance of schooling and consciousness in addressing the rising burden of most cancers inside the area.
The Director of Authorities Affairs and Coverage at Johnson & Johnson Progressive Medication (Nation), Mr. Ikechukwu Ofuani, stated Johnson & Johnson Progressive Medication is dedicated to educating males over 40 about prostate most cancers screening and urged energetic participation in examinations, emphasising the partnership’s dedication to supporting initiatives that increase consciousness about prostate most cancers.
Additionally talking for Johnson & Johnson Progressive Medication, Nkechi Ukaiwe, Nation Supervisor for the organisation in Nigeria and Ghana, reiterated the significance of ongoing help for such initiatives, highlighting their main position in Nigeria.
The Convener of Maigaskiya Visuals, Abdullah-Uthman Maigaskiya, stated the exhibition’s focus was on depicting the societal impression of prostate most cancers and introduced that proceeds from the auctioned artworks would contribute to the marketing campaign in opposition to most cancers.
He stated with revolutionary collaborations and artistic initiatives just like the Artwork for Most cancers occasion, organisations just like the Medicaid Most cancers Basis, and their companions are making important strides in elevating consciousness and selling early detection of prostate most cancers, finally working in the direction of decreasing its impression on society.
