Candlelight vigil shines light on need for early cancer screening

Minister of Heath Dr. Bheri Ramsaran and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Shamdeo Persaud with a few of the nursing students at the vigil in front of the Public Buildings on Wednesday evening (Government Information Agency photo)

A candlelight vigil was held on the lawns of Public Buildings on Wednesday to raise awareness about cervical cancer and the importance of early detection.

The event was organised by the Health Ministry as part of its Cervical Cancer Awareness month of activities, being observed under the theme “Early Detection Saves Lives,” the Government information Agency (GINA) reported.

Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, Minister of Health Dr. Bheri Ramsaran,