The Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has pledged a generous sum of GHC 1,000,000 in support of the Mumbies Foundation, a health-focused non-governmental organization.

This contribution is intended to assist in addressing the Hepatitis B issue prevalent in the region.

According to a press release issued by the Mumbies Foundation and endorsed by its Project Manager, Israel Adorbley, the initiative, known as the HepaGuard Project, aims to safeguard liver health, enhance public awareness, and create a lasting impact in the Effutu Municipality and surrounding areas.

The statement also underscores that this initiative is entirely funded by the legislator, who also serves as the Deputy Majority Leader of Parliament, as his commitment to the well-being of all Ghanaians, with a particular focus on the residents of Effutu and its vicinity.

"Hepatitis B, a silent epidemic affecting communities in Ghana and worldwide including the Effutu Municipality. The HepaGuard Project is set to change that. It is more than a campaign; it is a movement toward better health and brighter futures, driven by the vision and support of Hon Alex Afenyo-Markin," the statement added.

The statement underscores the instrumental and substantial financial support provided by the MP to the Mumbies Foundation. He has consistently collaborated with the foundation to promote education and screening programs for Hepatitis B within the municipality since its establishment.

Additionally, Mr Afenyo-Markin, while in Parliament, emphasized the importance of incorporating Hepatitis B treatment into the National Health Insurance Scheme. This would help economically disadvantaged individuals in our society access affordable treatment, as Hepatitis B treatment can be expensive.

The MP also conducted a stakeholders' engagement meeting at the Ebenezer Methodist Cathedral, located at Winneba Taxi Rank, on Tuesday, September 12.

During the meeting, he briefed members on the necessity of his financial commitment to fund screening and vaccination initiatives, particularly for the youth, with the aim of bringing healthcare services closer to the community.

Furthermore, Mr Afenyo-Markin informed attendees about Effutu's upcoming hosting of this year's ECOWAS Parliament and called for collaborative support to ensure its success, surpassing the achievements of previous events.