A midwife in charge at the Koforidua Clinic, Hannah Gyimah, has called for the training of men to have in-depth understanding of morphology of human female breast and proper breast massage techniques not only for pleasure but early detection of breast cancer.
According to the Global Cancer Observatory, more than 5,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer annually in Ghana, with about 2,300 losing their lives to the disease.
There is a sharp rise in breast cancer cases in Eastern Region over the years. Breast Care International has called for intensified efforts to curb the disease burden in the region.
As part of efforts to curb rising case burden of breast cancer in the Eastern Region, An Assembly Member for Old Estate East Electoral Area has organized free breast cancer screening participated by over 100 women.
As part of creating awareness about the disease, a Midwife In -Charge at the Koforidua Clinic Hannah Gyimah said while many men are fascinated by the human female breast, their interest is often limited to sexual pleasure rather than health consciousness.
She explained that with the right knowledge about breast, men could play a vital role in identifying early signs of breast cancer and helping their partners seek timely medical care.
As part of the exercise, The Assembly member for Old Estate East Rebecca Oforiwaa Darko also facilitated the renewal of National Health Insurance cards for participants to encourage regular health check-ups.
She urged women not to feel shy about their breasts but to make regular screening a priority for early detection and treatment.
Meanwhile, the Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben South, Ransford Owusu Boakye, commended the initiative, emphasizing that breast cancer is real and has claimed the lives of many, including one of his close relatives.
Some participants at the event expressed gratitude for the free screening and health insurance renewal exercise, describing it as a timely intervention that could save lives.
