Early detection: Surest means to subdue breast, cervical, and prostate cancer complications- Medical Superintendent
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Medical Superintendent of the Adansi North District Hospital, Dr. Abena Konadu Yawson, has observed that for Ghana to effectively subdue the cases and impacts of breast, cervical, and prostate cancers at the individual, family, and national levels, it is very imperative for people to accept the reality that the three deadly […]
The unexpected intersection in the fight against breast cancer: the role of herbal medicine and the silent battle with loneliness
By: Doreen Ampofo Ghana, a nation of vibrant cultures and rich tradition. Among these traditions is the reliance on herbal medicine deeply rooted in our history and daily lives. “They asked to bring coconuts and, white handkerchief. Even I remember a particular day I was so upset.” Words from Benita, a breast cancer survivor, whose […]
AI offers huge promise on breast cancer screening
Artificial intelligence (AI) can “safely” read breast cancer screening images, a Swedish study suggests. Researchers led by a team at Lund University found computer-aided detection could spot cancer at a “similar rate” to two radiologists. But they said more research was needed to fully determine whether it could be used in screening programmes. Experts in […]
Breast Cancer patients urged to have open conversations for quality healthcare – Dr. Joel Yarney
By Yvonne Atilego Health Practitioners have been urged to encourage breast cancer patients to have open conversations with their healthcare teams. This, according to the Director of the National Centre for Radiotherapy Oncology & Nuclear Medicine of Korle-bu Teaching Hospital, Dr. Joel Yarney will help patients to understand how they can be supported and how […]
Take charge in sustaining awareness about breast cancer – Healthcare practitioners
By: Sarah Ofori It is crucial for patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer or even metastatic breast cancer to have the right information and expectations- Dr. Joel Yarney, Consultant (Radiotherapy and Oncology) and Director National Centre for Radiotherapy Oncology & Nuclear Medicine, Korle-bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana At a virtual round table of […]
Hundreds walk for breast cancer awareness at Dambai
SOURCE: GNA Hundreds of people from all walks of life over the weekend participated in a breast cancer awareness campaign at Dambai, the capital of the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region. An estimated 18,000 people, the organisers said, took part and they included traditional rulers, students from the Dambai College of Education, Oti […]
Lack of sleep increases chances of breast cancer – Specialist
SOURCE: GNA The Chief Executive Officer of Bo Regenerative Medical Diagnostic Specialist Clinic, Dr Boanerges Nartey, says a larger risk of breast cancer exists in persons who do not get enough sleep. “Sleep is important for human health. So those who normally do not sleep between the hours of 2100 and 0200 are at a […]
Oncology Dept of Korle Bu partners Meena Breast Cancer Awareness Project
The Oncology Department of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) is partnering with the Meena Breast Cancer Awareness Project to propose a new approach to breast cancer advocacy in the country. The new approach is tailored to the younger population, which is concentrated in the various High Schools and Universities, and targeting this niche group […]
It’s Breast Cancer Month; get your breasts checked
By Priscila Asante October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness on breast cancer and fund research into its causes, treatment, and cure. Since 1985, individuals, civil society organizations, communities and organizations have come together every October to show their support for the many people affected by breast cancer. History has […]
Men sucking breasts cannot prevent breast cancer
By: Konadu Benedicta A Junior Resident in General Surgery at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr. Joelle Amissah has debunked the claim that sucking breasts can prevent breast cancer. According to her, it is breastfeeding that can prevent breast cancer and not breast-sucking by men. “Ok so what actually prevent breast cancer is the atom […]
