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Breast cancer claimed 570,000 lives worldwide in 2015
• Some staff of Madina Polyclinic Kekele pose with officials after the programme
Drawing inspiration from the adage “a healthy mind in a healthy body”, Ghanaians have been advised to take breast screening seriously because that is the best way to stay healthy and promote long life.
They are to consider changes in their bodies as threat to good health, therefore, and do regular checks at the hospital.
The La Nkwantanang Medina Municipal Health Director, Dr Mrs Priscilla Anima Opoku who addressed a breast cancer awareness seminar at the Madina Polyclinic Kekele in Accra, asked the citizenry to take breast cancer screening seriously since the disease had claimed many lives.
“Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide, accounting for approximately 570,000 deaths in 2015. Over 1.5 million women (25% of all women with cancer) are diagnosed with breast cancer every year throughout the year,” she said.
She asked people to visit the hospital whenever they identified the following symptoms in their breasts; lump, differences in the shape, sizes and colour.
Dr Anima Opoku advised men not to be excluded from the screening but embrace the campaign and encourage their wives to do likewise since that was the only way they could be saved.
A Senior Medical Officer at the Madina Polyclinic Kekele, DrOforiYeboah said the three pillars of the disease were health promotion for early detection, timely diagnosis, and comprehensive breast cancer management.
She emphasised that the disease was curable when detected early so people should report at the hospital promptly for the necessary attention.
The Madina Polyclinic Kekele Administrator, Mr Peter Gagah, called on patients to report at the hospital whenever they identified any change in their bodies, and warned patients to desist from going to churches for prayers instead of going to the hospital.
Madam YaTutuwa and AgatharAsare of the Department of Wellness Clinic who took turns to educate the public said visual breast examination could be done either in the virtical or horizontal way, and that it should be carried out with the aid of a mirror, the correct position one ought to adopt, the correct posture of the body and head among others.
Ms Comfort OdeiAkua of Beautiful Beneath, briefed participants on the best bra sizes they must wear, the type of bra suitable for nursing mothers and the type specifically made for patients who have had their breasts cut.
Breast Cancer and Cervical Cancer Ambassador,Mr Blaise Ackon, a staff of the polyclinic said 4,650 yearly diagnoses of the disease was worrying because many of the patients could not survive.
He, therefore, advised participants not to restrict breast cancer screening to the month of October but throughout the year.
By Raymond Kyekye
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
