Editorial
We need breast cancer awareness at all times
October each year is earmarked for breast cancer awareness to sensitise the public on the dangers and prevention of breast cancer. This is important since the disease is dangerous and can be contracted at any point in time. While the disease is mostly prevalent in women it can affect men also. The education should, therefore, cover both men and women throughout the year Cancer normally affects the body cells and when it goes beyond a certain limit, it becomes difficult to treat. It is for this reason that early diagnosis
is important as the experts have been saying. Delay in early detection can worsen the situation and make things get out of hand. This can also lead to death. Breast cancer experts should, therefore, train more people and equip them with relevant knowledge to enable them spread the
education throughout the country effectively and efficiently. Breast cancer, according to experts, is treatable but it must be reported early enough. Anyone suspecting signs of breast cancer should not wait and go to prayer camps for matters to worsen before going to the hospital for medical care.
Again, such people should not go to herbalists who may not have relevant knowledge about the disease. Both men and women must take note of this and seek proper treatment from professional health personnel. The fight against breast cancer is a collective effort that must be embraced and supported by all to succeed. As it has been pointed out already, the education and sensitisation should be carried out throughout the year with October serving as the high point of education and sensitisation.
Dear Editor,
THE Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that most Senior High Schools (SHSs) will return to the single-track system by this month.
For many students and parents, this feels like a relief. But before we move on, we must take a moment to reflect.
The double-track system helped thousands of students get into schools. It gave hope to families who couldn’t afford private education. But it also came with challenges.
Some students had shorter terms, others had longer breaks. Teachers were stretched, and learning felt rushed. Many students felt left behind not because they didn’t try, but because the system didn’t give them enough time.
Now that we’re returning to single-track, let’s make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of the past. We need more classrooms, better planning, and support for teachers.
Education is not just about getting into school. It’s about feeling safe and supported. Let’s build a system that gives every child a real chance.
Beatrice Princess Kpeglah,
Dansoman
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Dear Editor
As it is critical for preserving our surroundings, there is the urgent need for increased awareness and action to protect Ghana’s environment and resources.
Ghana’s forest reserves, vast savannas and scenic coastlines serve as homes and habitats to a wide range of flora and fauna, including several endangered species.
Our vegetation and rich soil deposits provide the nation with food, plants and animal resources, which ensures food availability and accessibility for the population.
However, the country’s environment is facing numerous threats including deforestation, overexploitation, pollution, etc.
The importance of environmental conservation cannot be overstated; our natural resources are the backbone of our economy, playing a vital role in driving the country’s economic growth and development.
It is therefore critical that we take actions to protect them for our future generations.
There is the need for collective action to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable development.
Environmentalists, various organizations and private individuals must come on board to promote environmental conservation, through tree planting exercises, clean-up campaigns, and resource conservation practices.
These efforts, when carried out effectively, would create a long-lasting impact in protecting and conserving the country’s environment.
The Ghanaian government should also implement policies and conduct regular programmes aimed at promoting environmental conservation.
By Theresa Tsetse Dzifa,
Bubiashie
