Reg Division 4B hosts breast cancer awareness walk, health talk

Commander of Regional Division 4B, Superintendent W. DeHearte, along with ranks of the Division, on Saturday participated in a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, in keeping with Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Division took to the streets of the Diamond community, in ongoing efforts to promote health and wellness among ranks and the wider community. The walk began from the Regional Headquarters and followed a route through the Diamond community into Heroes’ Highway, around the Anteater roundabout, and back to Headquarters. Several stakeholders, including a medical team led by Nurse Mentore from the Diamond Regional Hospital, and Dr Gooding, Oncologist from Ultra Care Medical Clinic, took part in the activity. Upon returning to Headquarters, participants gathered for a health talk delivered by Dr Gooding, who provided valuable insights on cancer awareness, early detection, and the importance of regular self-examinations. The session emphasised proactive health practices and encouraged ranks to serve as advocates for cancer awareness within their communities.

According to the Guyana Police Force (GPF) in its social media post, a mural painting of a tree, designed and painted by Sergeant R. Sealey, was unveiled, adding a creative and emotional touch to the day’s activities. The mural featured empty branches symbolising the ongoing fight against cancer. Participants were invited to finger-paint blossoms and add their signatures to the tree, each representing messages of hope, strength, and support for cancer survivors, those currently battling the illness, and caregivers.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025, and on Wednesday October 1 at the Pegasus Corporate Suites, the Ministry of Health, in partnership with One Communication, officially launched ‘Pinktober 2025’ under the theme “Act Now, Live Strong”. The event brought together survivors, carers, sponsors and health officials in a united call for early detection and sustained cancer awareness.
Survivors’ testimonies gave the launch its most powerful moments. Renetta Williams, a breast cancer survivor, shared how she endured a mastectomy, 10 rounds of chemotherapy, and 30 sessions of radiation after being diagnosed at stage three.
“Something can be going on there, and we take it for granted,” she said. “Please, take your life; take your health into your own hands.”
Another survivor, Rosalyn Clarke, urged women to be careful about what they put into their bodies, recalling her own experience with hormonal treatments, that complicated her journey. The GPF noted that the walk by the Division fosters unity, compassion, and a sense of shared purpose among ranks and community members, reinforcing Regional Division 4B’s commitment to holistic well-being and community partnership beyond traditional law enforcement.