INTERNATIONAL SCOLIOSIS AWARENESS DAY
Awareness creation took place where over 1000 pupils, teachers and management of the school were introduced to scoliosis, what it is and signs that show whether or not one may have the condition in later life.
The event was part of the commemoration of International Scoliosis Awareness Month.
On the first and second day there was educational tour to ALKO International School at James town near Mudor and the Sempe 1 Government School all, in Accra. The team that led that campaign includes Gabriel, Evans, Michael, Philip and Benjamin.
During the screening some parents were educated on the condition. They were advised to seek help if they realized any such signs on their wards. After the screening, no pupil was found to have the condition. However, we at SFG will carry the campaign on to eradicate the stigma and fear surrounding the condition nationwide.
On the fourth day, Gabriel and Prof. Dr. Emeritus Oheneba Boachie – Adjei were on GTV breakfast as early as 6:15 GMT to educate the public about scoliosis.
Day five, there was a documentary film show at Bukom square. This show took from 18.30 GMT to 21.00 GMT.
Then comes the day, 25th of June, 2016 which is the day set aside to create awareness of the condition worldwide. Scoliosis Foundation commemorated this day at the Mantse Agbonaa in Accra.
The event started with a float across some principal street of Accra which ended at Mantse Agbona the venue for the celebration.
The event was graced with various dignitaries from the Ministry of Health, FOCOS Orthopa .…, representatives of the Ga Traditional Council, opinion leaders etc.
