Delta Air Lines, Women in Aviation, partners donate GHS20,000 to breast cancer survivors

The Airport Customer Service (ACS) team of Delta Air Lines, with Women in Aviation and its partners, has donated GHS20,000 to the Breast Cancer Survivors Association of Breast Care International.

The group made the donation at a free breast screening and health talk at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra.

A release issued by the Kingdom Concepts Consult, and shared with Ghana News Agency, said the fund was raised through voluntary contributions from customers, airport staff, and partners during the Breast Cancer Awareness month in October.

The event brought together aviation professionals, healthcare partners, breast cancer survivors, and the public.

It was to champion early detection, raise awareness of the dangers of late detection, and inspire a culture of proactive health among women.

Speaking at the event, Ms Sarah Annan, Operations Service Manager for Delta Air Lines in Ghana, highlighted the airline’s continued dedication to promoting women’s health and strengthening communities across the country.

“This year holds special significance for Delta as we celebrate 100 years of connecting the world, 19 years of serving Ghana, and 20 years of partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

“In Ghana, this is our way of supporting Breast Cancer Survivors of the Breast Care International,” she stated. “Through the free breast screening, we aim to empower women in aviation and beyond to take charge of their well-being through awareness and early detection.”

Dr Beatrice Wiafe Addai, President of Breast Care International, commended Delta and its partners for the support.

“We are deeply grateful to Delta Air Lines and its partners for their support to breast cancer survivors, as well as their continued investment in breast cancer awareness and prevention efforts in Ghana,” she said.

“Their contribution and collaboration have helped us reach thousands of women with education, screening, and hope. This partnership continues to save lives, and we look forward to building on it in the years ahead.”

Dr Addai urged women to make early detection and regular self-examinations a priority, adding that timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment significantly improve outcomes.

She stressed the importance of regular physical activity and minimising risk factors, such as alcohol use and smoking, to support overall breast health.

Beneficiaries of the free screening and counselling included staff and representatives of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Ghana Airports Company Limited, Ghana Immigration Service, and the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority.

Since 2005, Delta employees and customers worldwide have raised more than $33 million for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), funding 132 research projects and more than 660,000 hours of groundbreaking scientific work.

In Ghana, Delta’s partnership with Breast Care International, spanning nearly a decade, advances breast cancer awareness, promote early detection, and bring hope to communities across the country.

Source: GNA