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There is progress in research, treatment of breast cancer
“We are making a lot of progress in research, and treatment is very different today than it was even 10 years ago. It’s hard to predict where it will be 10 years from now, but I think breast cancer is going to be one of the first cancers where we’re…
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Is every lump found in the breast cancerous?
Many breast lumps are not cancerous. It is therefore essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation.
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The importance of counseling
The lack of counseling on sensitive issues leads patients to listen to unhelpful advice from people who have little knowledge of breast cancer and end up mixing herbs with the orthodox medicines prescribed by medics. Oncology departments need to constitute counseling teams to often engage breast cancer patients – Executive…
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The danger of lack of diagnostic equipment, expertise
Lack of proper diagnostic equipment and expertise can lead to delays in detecting breast cancer at an early stage when it is most treatable – Meena Breast Cancer Foundation (MBCF) team.
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Education as a tool to demystify breast cancer
Education on breast cancer disease should be championed by the National Commission on Civic Education (NCCE). Frequent education will deal with myths and misconceptions about the disease.
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Breast cancer: Arch Bishop Porter Girls SHS shocked as 10 cases identified among students
Students of Arch Bishop Porter Girls Senior High School in the Western Region did not anticipate breast cancer would be among them. Shock rocked them after ten students were identified with symptoms of the disease during a breast screening exercise in their school. Meena Breast Cancer Foundation (MBCF) organized the…
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Breast cancer: 9 students of Ahantaman Girls referred for further medical investigations
Nine students of the Ahantaman Girls Senior High School in the Western Region have been referred to medical facilities for advanced investigations to confirm their breast cancer status. The Meena Breast Cancer Foundation (MBCF) team triggered a referral after the students exhibited suspected signs of the disease. The students were identified…
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