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Breast Cancer Narrative Not Exaggerated: Over 4,800 Diagnosed Annually
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A lecturer at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Ghana, Legon — Dr. Merri Iddrisu — has dismissed claims that the narrative surrounding breast cancer has been exaggerated. She insists the disease remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in Ghana and across the world.
Speaking in an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Dr. Iddrisu explained that far from being overstated, breast cancer is an evidence-based medical crisis backed by alarming global and national statistics.
“Some people think every discussion about women revolves around their breasts, and that breast cancer campaigns are used to attract sympathy or funding — but that’s false; the statistics are real and frightening,” she said.
She cited data showing that breast cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths globally, and its incidence continues to rise, particularly in developing countries.
“In Ghana, over 4,800 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, yet this figure is incomplete because we do not have a national cancer registry. Even more worrying is that more than half of these women die from the disease,” she disclosed.
Dr. Iddrisu argued that breast cancer awareness must continue throughout the year and not be limited to the month of October.
“Awareness shouldn’t end with the pink ribbons in October. We must continue education, screening, and advocacy throughout the year to save lives,” she emphasised.
According to her, breast cancer deserves widespread attention because women form about 60 percent of Ghana’s population and play crucial roles in family life, the economy, and community development.
“Women are at the heart of society — they raise families, contribute to the economy, and stabilise homes. When breast cancer affects a woman, it affects the entire community,” she added.
Furthermore, she called for continuous media advocacy, early detection campaigns, and public education in local languages to demystify the disease.
“We haven’t even done enough yet. We must do more, not less. Breast cancer is real, and every life we save through awareness makes a difference,” she concluded.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu & Theresa Dzifa Tsetse
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Over 20 structures built within the 50-metre buffer zone of the Kpeshie Lagoon at the Laboma Beach Resort in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality were on Sunday demolished by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC).
Buildings such as single-unit semi-detached under construction and completed chalets at the resort were pulled down while portions of a newly constructed perimeter wall were also demolished. Read More
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About 120 golfers from clubs across Ghana participated in an 18-hole competition, dubbed ‘MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament’ held at the Achimota Golf Club on Saturday.
At the end of the hectic day, Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men’s Group A event with 39 points, while Julienne Afi claimed the Ladies’ Group A title with the same score.
Yaw Mireku Jnr. won the Men’s Group B with an impressive 45 points, while Kous Louanges Mang took the Ladies’ Group B title with 38 points.
Kofi Mangesi won Men’s Group C with 40 points while Elorm R. Akuash Bonney claimed the Ladies’ version with 42 points.
In the Seniors Division, Jan Vogel emerged winner of the men’s category with 39 gross, while Helen Appah topped the ladies’ category with 44 gross.
Addressing participants, the company’s Board Chairman, Mr Ishmael Yamson, urged the company to approach its next phase with the same resilience, discipline and determination that have defined its success over the past three decades.
He drew a striking parallel between the game of golf and MTN Ghana’s three-decade journey, describing both as long games in which success depends less on one spectacular moment than on consistency, patience, judgment and the ability to recover from setbacks.
He said, golf had taught him a lesson that extended far beyond the fairways, thus, a round cannot be won on the first hole.
In golfing terms, he said, MTN Ghana had encountered its share of regulatory bunkers, competitive hazards and unexpected storms that had forced the company to pause, reassess and change its approach.
But those challenges, he suggested, were part of the journey rather than reasons to abandon it.
By Andrew Nortey
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