BCI urges women to prioritise breast health to reduce cancer cases and deaths in Ghana

Speaking to the media after a breast cancer sensitisation programme at the Assemblies of God Church at Nsawam in the Eastern Region, President of Breast Care International, Dr Beatrice Wiafe Addai, described the situation as extremely concerning, particularly as breast cancer is treatable when detected early.

Dr Elise Cook, formerly of the American Cancer Society and a volunteer with Breast Care International, said breast cancer deaths remain significantly high in Ghana compared to the United States, underscoring the need to prioritise the fight against the disease.

She said the fight against breast cancer forms part of sustained efforts by the two organisations over the years to tackle the disease, stressing that the campaign should not be limited to October but pursued throughout the year.