Fear, misinformation and stigma preventing breast cancer victims from seeking early healthcare

Mr Atidzah stated that as Ghana joined the global community to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, it behoved individuals, families, communities, health professionals, civil society organisations, the media and policymakers to renew their collective commitment to preventing breast cancer, promoting early detection and supporting people affected by the disease.

Samuel Yao Atidzah, Executive Director of GOSANET Foundation Samuel Yao Atidzah, Executive Director of GOSANET Foundation, on Friday stated that fear, misinformation and stigma were preventing people affected by breast cancer from seeking early healthcare.

Atidzah stated this in an interview with the Ghana News Agency in Ho as part of this year’s World Breast Cancer Awareness Month celebration.