The La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Health Directorate has launched the Men4Health Campaign to empower men to prioritise their health and wellbeing.
Held at the Madina Social Welfare School Park in partnership with the local Member of Parliament’s office, the initiative aimed to raise awareness of key men’s health issues including hypertension, diabetes, prostate cancer, and mental health.
Dr Efua Commeh, Municipal Director of Health for La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal (LaNM Municipal), described the campaign as the first of its kind in the country.
She emphasised that the screening and health education efforts would continue beyond the launch, stating that activities would be extended to locations including polyclinics, the Oyarifa Health Centre, Madina Market, Police Station, Fire Service, Chief’s Palace, schools, and other community hubs.

Mr Blaise Ackom, a nurse at the Madina Polyclinic, Kekele, noted that many men sought medical attention only when their conditions became critical—a pattern he urged them to change.
He said late detection, stigma, and poor health-seeking behaviour were among the silent killers affecting men.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Ackom remarked: “This is not just another gathering. It is a movement—a movement to break the silence and raise awareness.”
He encouraged men to adopt a proactive approach to their health, saying: “Let’s all embrace this movement. Let’s all encourage ourselves today and realise that health is not just about avoiding disease—it’s an investment in your future.”
“Don’t wait for a stroke or a heart attack to remind you that blood pressure is a silent killer; Real men get checked not because they are weak but because they are wise; Your future self will thank you for every healthy choice you make today; and Strong men speak out. Silent battles kill,” he added.
Sheikh Salman Mohammed Alhassan, Chief Imam of Madina Zongo, pledged to mobilise men in his community to seek regular medical care, noting that cultural expectations often discouraged men from expressing vulnerability.
Mr Ali Abdoulai Dagadu, Chief of Madina Zongo, urged men to prioritise their health to fulfil their roles as breadwinners, while Alhaji Iddris Dick Holison, General Secretary for Madina Chiefs, stressed: “Health is life.”
Ms Vida Agoriwo, Municipal Health Promotion Officer, encouraged men to cultivate healthy relationships and manage stress, anger, and fear.

Prof Patrick Maison, Urologist at the University of Cape Coast, advised men not to panic about prostate cancer but to undergo regular checkups, stating that early detection made treatment possible.
Mr Precious Agbenorwu, District Commander, Madina District Police Headquarters, emphasised the link between health and security, saying: “You can have health alright, but if you do not have security, your health can be truncated by people who do not respect security.”
Dr Patrick Asare, speaking on behalf of the Member of Parliament for Madina, pledged continued support for the campaign, while Alhaji Adams Yurusah, Bissa Chief of Madina, noted: “Healthy people build a healthy nation.”