Reo:Sanguie The High Commissioner of Sanguie province, Talari Germaine Ouoba, officially launched the 2026 edition of the National Reproductive Health Plus Week (SNSR+) at the Health and Social Promotion Center (CSPS) of sector 9 in Reo. This event is set to run from October 26 to November 1, 2026, and aims to mobilize health facilities and community actors to offer integrated reproductive health services throughout the week.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the initiative seeks to enhance access to reproductive health care and address the comprehensive needs of women, children, young people, and families. The High Commissioner has encouraged women to take advantage of the services available and assured that necessary health products and inputs are readily available.
The week's activities will emphasize the promotion of breastfeeding within the first hour of birth and screening for precancerous cervical lesions in women aged 25 to 55, as well as breast cancer in women aged 15 and over. Additionally, screenings for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV, and viral hepatitis B and C are on the agenda.
David Nikiema, the chief medical officer of the Reo health district, highlighted that this edition represents a shift in the approach to reproductive health interventions. He called on traditional and religious leaders, youth and women's associations, and media professionals to help raise public awareness. Nikiema also urged residents to engage with health centers and community health workers for advice, screenings, and preventive care.
The provincial president of the Burkina Faso Red Cross, Baya Gustave Bado, reiterated his organization's commitment to supporting the Reo health district. This includes assisting with community mobilization, awareness campaigns, capacity building for maternity ward staff, and radio broadcasts. The Red Cross also provided 1,000 single-use speculums to aid in cervical lesion screenings.
Issaka Sindi Zagre, the president of the special delegation of the commune of Reo, welcomed the selection of Reo to host the launch of this health campaign. He encouraged the local population to engage with the activities and adopt health-promoting behaviors. The SNSR+ aims to bring health services closer to the population and reinforce preventive measures within communities.