General Manager, S Hotel Montego Bay, Ann-Marie Goffe-Pryce (2nd right), checks out the new state-of-the-art breast CT scan machine along from L- S Hotel Montego Bay staff Casteen Campbell, Chanice Lawrence, retired police Deputy Superintendent Yvonne Whyte-Powell and sales representative Maxine Reid at Radiology West at GWEST in Montego Bay.
ST JAMES, Jamaica— In a move to support breast cancer awareness and early detection, S Hotels Jamaica recently contributed $1 million to provide breast cancer screenings for 60 women from vulnerable communities in western Jamaica.
The initiative, which comes five years after S Hotel was opened in Montego Bay, St James, marks the resort group’s ongoing commitment to the community through its foundation.
According to a release from S Hotels, the women were among the first in the Caribbean to benefit from screenings using the state-of-the-art Koning Machine at Radiology West, located in GWEST Medical Complex in Montego Bay.
This advanced CT scan machine offers a groundbreaking alternative to the traditional mammogram, providing a more comfortable experience.
“I felt like I was in a jacuzzi,” shared Yvonne Whyte Powell, one of the recipients.
“It was quick and painless—completely different from the discomfort I usually experience with mammograms. No squeezing of my breasts,” added the retired policewoman and community advocate from Rose Mount Gardens, St James.
Whyte Powell emphasised the importance of timely breast cancer screenings, recounting a doctor’s warning that once breast cancer is detected, the tumour may have developed two years prior.
“It’s crucial to get a CT scan or mammogram for early detection,” she urged, advising women to prioritise their health over old misconceptions.
“Do what you need to do to detect it early and beat it if you have to,” she added.
She praised the S Hotel’s sponsorship, highlighting the company’s genuine care for the nation.
“They’re not just about making money; they care about the people who need help, especially those facing health issues but lack the financial means to act,” the retired senior cop said.
Ann-Marie Goffe Pryce, general manager of S Hotel Montego Bay, who met with some of the women and underscored the initiative’s value to the community, stated that a healthy nation was essential to a country’s productivity.
Extending screening opportunities to 10 members of her own team, Goffe-Pryce shared, “this project was an easy decision for us because breast health is critical. Research shows that millions of women survive breast cancer through early detection. This initiative is about saving lives.”
With many of S Hotel’s workforce being women, the group’s support highlights their commitment to the well-being of staff and the broader community.
“Our employees are the backbone of the service sector. Ensuring their health was a key reason for sponsoring this initiative,” added Goffe-Pryce.
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Publish date : 2024-10-24 10:39:00
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