Breast cancer diagnosis is not a life sentence – Gender Minister urges early treatment
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has stated that a diagnosis of breast cancer isn’t a life sentence; therefore, individuals should avail themselves of regular screening. She explained that early detection of cancerous tumours in the breast and prompt access to healthcare would improve patients’ survival rates. Dr […]
Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Ghana's Gender, Children, and Social Protection Minister, emphasized that a breast cancer diagnosis does not mean certain death. She called for regular screenings and prompt medical treatment to improve survival rates. At the launch of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Ho, the capital of Ghana's Volta Region, Dr Lartey stressed that early detection and timely healthcare access are crucial.
"When you get the opportunity to screen, and you get diagnosed with breast cancer, please, it is not a death sentence. Seek medical support," she urged. Dr Lartey strongly discouraged patients from relying solely on traditional or spiritual approaches to treat breast cancer, as this can be detrimental. She highlighted that breast cancer is not only a health issue but also affects socio-economic development and cultural aspects of society.
Beyond the health aspect, Dr Lartey stressed the importance of addressing the socio-economic and cultural factors impacting women and those affected by the disease. She called for dispelling the myths surrounding breast cancer and ramping up awareness campaigns to educate the public. The Minister emphasized the need to overcome the stigma associated with the disease to ensure that everyone receives the necessary medical support.
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