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Dr Arliene T. Penn to take cervical cancer battle throughout region

Cervical cancer survivor Dr Arliene T. Penn is expected to travel to various countries of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) this year, as she continues to champion the fight against cervical cancer. Photo: Facebook/File
Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), during his message in observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month [January], said too many women are dying from what is preventable, and OECS leaders have agreed that something must be done now to eradicate cervical cancer across the region, for it is a problem. Photo: Facebook/File
Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), during his message in observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month [January], said too many women are dying from what is preventable, and OECS leaders have agreed that something must be done now to eradicate cervical cancer across the region, for it is a problem. Photo: Facebook/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Cervical cancer survivor Dr Arliene T. Penn is expected to travel to various countries of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) this year, as she continues to champion the fight against cervical cancer.

According to the Pan American Health Organisation, Cervical is the leading cause of death in more than 35,000 women in the Americas.

The majority, 80 percent or 28,000, of these cases are in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Health Minister to partner with Dr Penn

Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), during his message in observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month [January], said too many women are dying from what is preventable, and OECS leaders have agreed that something must be done now to eradicate cervical cancer across the region, for it is a problem.

“Across the world, January is recognised as cervical cancer awareness month. During this month and year I will be partnering with Dr Arliene T. Penn as a voice/ambassador to assist the OECS in executing its strategy to eradicate cervical cancer as a pandemic in the region,” Hon Wheatley stated on January 12, 2024.

‘Couldn’t ask for a better ambassador’- Hon Wheatley

Hon Wheatley said Dr Penn will be expected to travel throughout the region “to enlighten, encourage, inspire, and support females as we seek to lower and even eradicate cervical cancer in the region.”

He also said educating males is also important to the regional strategy.

“We know that Dr Penn is passionate about this subject, and we could not ask for a better ambassador. We thank her in advance for the work she will continue to do to bring awareness and support us in this process, as we will also support her.”

15 Responses to “Dr Arliene T. Penn to take cervical cancer battle throughout region”

  • TurtleDove (14/01/2024, 16:57) Like (24) Dislike (1) Reply
    You go girl! The cause is great
  • ok (14/01/2024, 17:44) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    A good ambassador.
  • smh (14/01/2024, 18:40) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great Incentive!
  • WOW (14/01/2024, 19:02) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
    Arliene they can't stop your shine.........this is is totally awesome.
  • A. Winchester (14/01/2024, 19:53) Like (9) Dislike (2) Reply
    Thank you Dr. Penn. The fight isn't easy but together we can educate others about Cervical Cancer and help to eradicate this menacing disease.
  • Fam (14/01/2024, 23:26) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Love live this fight by Ms Penn
  • West Park (14/01/2024, 23:38) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Yeah it's a serious issue with an Exodus of people looking for help
  • good move (14/01/2024, 23:41) Like (8) Dislike (3) Reply
    Minister of Health you must be commended for this move as well as Arlene.
  • We Support You (15/01/2024, 00:38) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    Dr. Penn, Glam, Glam, we are with you. Thank you for what you are doing to make us aware. To cervical cancer we say, Genesis 50:20 says ‘You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”
  • Richie (15/01/2024, 01:08) Like (5) Dislike (6) Reply
    Thank you this is great.
  • BWIA (15/01/2024, 03:14) Like (1) Dislike (6) Reply
    who absorbs the travel expenses
  • She Is On! (15/01/2024, 09:26) Like (3) Dislike (5) Reply
    Being at a discussion she help panel along with Dr. Pickering at Faith Baptist Church last year, I can testify that listening to her again is worth it. I also think she need to have talks in the schools to educate the young ladies. Her presentation was so enlightening and educational. Bringing her points & views across the OECS is a wonderful step.
  • much love (15/01/2024, 09:35) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    Beautiful job Arliene! continue to make a difference, one life at a time. Amen
  • good (16/01/2024, 08:52) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Need to take the talk to the schools. Might as well also discuss human papilloma virus.


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