Koper:A total of 470 women were educated on the importance and techniques of breast self-examination on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Babora Health and Social Promotion Center (CSPS) in Koper, during the visit of the Djôrô mobile clinic.

According to Burkina Information Agency, during the consultation and screening event, 87 women aged 40 and over received mammograms, while 197 were screened for precancerous cervical lesions through visual inspection methods using acetic acid and Lugol.

In addition, the event provided free obstetric ultrasounds for 38 pregnant women and gynecological consultations for 30 women. The President of the Special Delegation of the Koper commune, Zakaria Dao, welcomed the medical team and encouraged women to adhere to medical advice to ensure the event's success.

Dr. Lassina Traoré, the gynecologist and coordinator of the Djôrô mobile clinic, praised the strong mobilization of women for this health initiative. Beneficiary Prisca Somda expressed her gratitude for the free obstetric ultrasound, an expense her family could not afford.

Beli Benjamin Zongo, the head nurse at the Babora primary healthcare center, commended the services provided, particularly the ultrasounds for pregnant women. Moumouni Traoré, communications officer for the Gaoua Regional Hospital Center, also congratulated the Babora ICP for their efforts in mobilizing women, contributing to the event's success.