Rev. Alexander Agyei Boamah, leader of Redeemed Light Chapel International, has called on Ghanaians to balance faith with proactive medical care for overall wellness.
Speaking at a free health screening event organized by the Stone of Help Women Empowerment Foundation in partnership with Mary Lucy Hospital on October 26 at Awoshie Patase, Rev. Boamah, who also serves as the foundation's patron, stressed that faith and medicine must work hand in hand, particularly in battling serious illnesses like breast cancer.
"Breast cancer is real and spreading," he said. "While faith is powerful, it’s essential to seek medical care—this isn’t something prayer alone can cure."
He urged religious leaders to promote regular health screenings and medical care beyond awareness months.
This year’s event provided free health screenings and National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) registrations, responding to community members' needs for affordable health services.
“Last year, we only did NHIS registrations, and the turnout was overwhelming,” Rev. Boamah explained.
“This year, we added health screenings to meet more needs.”
Rev. Priscilla Boamah, CEO of the foundation, emphasized the importance of regular checkups, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“We want to promote general wellness, so this month, we’re offering breast cancer screenings and NHIS registrations,” she said, adding plans to make this an annual initiative.
Anita, a beneficiary, praised the program for its comprehensive services.
"They checked our blood pressure, breast health, and other vital signs. I also registered for health insurance,” she said, noting how the event reinforced the importance of routine checkups.
Another attendee discovered an eye issue during the event. “I didn’t know I had a problem until I was screened here. They also treated my young child, who had an eye problem,” she shared.
Vadis Mensah of Mary Lucy Hospital highlighted the financial barriers to healthcare, especially for eye care, and urged the government to reduce costs.
“Many people suffer treatable issues at home because they can’t afford care. Lowering costs, especially for eye treatments, would benefit countless individuals,” she said.
The event served as a reminder of the importance of blending spiritual and medical approaches to health, aiming to make a lasting impact on the community’s well-being.
Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith
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