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Techiman Holy Family Hospital has launched a week-long awareness campaign aimed at educating women and girls about the importance of menstrual hygiene.
The initiative is in line with the celebrations of this year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day under the theme: “Together for a Period-Friendly World.”
The campaign seeks to dispel myths surrounding menstruation and encourage open conversations about menstrual health. The hospital is engaging communities, schools, and health centers in the Techiman area with education sessions, discussions, and outreach programs to promote safe and hygienic menstrual practices.
The nurse in charge of the Postnatal Ward at the Techiman Holy Family Hospital, Rosina Afra, explained the need to empower the girl child through education.
“This month, our focus is to raise awareness about menstrual hygiene and educate the girl-child on its importance,” she said.
“Many women and girls lack adequate knowledge about personal hygiene during menstruation. As a result, they often miss school or work. That’s why we have dedicated this month to spreading awareness about menstrual hygiene.”
She disclosed that although Menstrual Hygiene Day is officially celebrated on May 28, the hospital began its awareness efforts early to ensure wider community participation.
Rosina Afra urged all members of the community both men and women to support efforts that break the stigma around menstruation and help create a period-friendly world where girls and women can live with dignity and confidence.
“Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed on the 28th of May, but here at Holy Family Hospital, we have already begun our campaign to promote menstrual health and hygiene.
“We encourage everyone, men and women alike, to observe this year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day. Menstruation is not a curse, as some may believe. It is a natural and essential part of a woman’s reproductive health. In fact, menstruation helps us understand a woman’s fertility cycle.” She said
A health officer at the Pediatric Unit, Jonas Anokye, urged men to play a more supportive role.
“I urge all men to understand that menstruation is not something to be ashamed of. Let us support our women and girls during their menstrual periods, as they go through significant physical and emotional changes during this time.
“Together, let’s break the stigma and build a supportive environment for menstrual health and hygiene.” He said.
Source: Elvisanokyenews.net
