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Dispelling Cancer Myths in Ghana: Raising Awareness for Breast Cancer Month

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Advocating for Change: Dispelling Myths about Cancer in Ghanaian Communities Advocating for Change: Dispelling Myths about Cancer in Ghanaian Communities Introduction October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month , a critical period dedicated to cancer advocacy, education, and awareness, especially here in Ghana. While cancer has become a well-known term, myths and misconceptions continue to hinder timely diagnosis and treatment. These misconceptions can cause stigma, fear, and delay medical care. This blog focuses on debunking common myths about cancer and encouraging open conversations about the disease to drive advocacy efforts within Ghanaian communities. Common Myths about Cancer Myth 1: Cancer is a Death Sentence One of the most harmful beliefs is that cancer is a certain death sen...
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Comprehensive Guide to Cancer Treatments in Ghana: What You Need to Know

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Comprehensive Guide to Cancer Treatments in Ghana: What You Need to Know Comprehensive Guide to Cancer Treatments in Ghana: What You Need to Know Introduction Cancer can be a heavy burden for many families in Ghana, but understanding the treatment options available can help lighten the load. This comprehensive guide dives into common cancer treatments—surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy—to empower you with knowledge and encourage you to seek proper medical advice. 1. Surgery Overview: Surgery is often the superhero of cancer treatments, swooping in to remove tumors and keep cancer at bay! Many hospitals across Ghana, including teaching hospitals, are equipped to perform these life-saving procedures, although access may be limited in rural areas. How It Works: Curative Surgery: This aims to remove all traces of cancer cells—talk about a clean sweep! Debulking Surge...
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Stay Hydrated and Nourished: Essential Tips for Cancer Prevention in Ghana’s Climate

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Stay Ahead: Simple Lifestyle Changes to Lower Cancer Risk Stay Ahead: Simple Lifestyle Changes to Lower Cancer Risk Introduction: Small Changes, Big Impact Every day, the choices we make have a significant effect on our health. While cancer can be unpredictable, many forms of it can be prevented by leading a healthier lifestyle. In this post, we’ll explore simple, practical ways you can reduce your risk of developing cancer, tailored for Ghanaians. Start making these changes today to protect your future and your family’s health. 1. Diet: The Power of What You Eat What you put on your plate matters. In Ghana, our meals are rich in carbohydrates, but a balanced diet should also include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. A diet rich in these foods can help lower your cancer risk. Eat more: Local fruits like oranges, mangoes, bananas, and vegetables such as kontomire (cocoyam leaves) and garden eggs. ...
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CANCER 101: How Cancer Develops, Types and it's Prevalence in Ghana

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  Understanding Cancer: Formation, Types, and Prevalence in Ghana What is Cancer? Overall, cancer is a collection of diseases associated with uncontrolled cell growth and division. Cancer cells, however, do not have this regulation — they grow and proliferate at the expense of their normal counterparts. These cells can then also form tumours in which cancer cells grow and multiply to invade surrounding tissues, or spread through the blood and lymphatic system when they enter a vessel of these systems where new vessels have previously started growing, resulting ultimately at more distant points within other bodies. How is Cancer Formed?  The development of cancer, in general is associated with disruptions to the DNA of a cell circulates. The various factors that can lead to these mutations include(statement): Genetic make-up : DNA abnormalities that are inherited lead to many kinds of cancers. Environmental Factors : Exposure to cancer-causing agents such as tobacco smoke, asbe...
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Understanding Cancer Mortality Rates In Ghana : Socio-Economic Underlying Causes And Mitigations

  Understanding Cancer Mortality Rates In Ghana : Socio-Economic Underlying Causes And Mitigations Introduction Cancer is a major global health problem and one of the leading causes of death around the world but has emerged as an important public health challenge in Ghana. Understanding the social underpinnings of cancer mortality becomes important, even more with facing this disease and we should focus on remedying socio-economic factors if we want to try an get hold of it. This blog will touch on the current state of cancer mortality in Ghana, socioeconomic etiologies contributing to it and ways we can increase awareness about cancer for better outcomes. Cancer Mortality Rates in Ghana: There has been an increase in the cancer mortality rates since 1998 suggesting a rising burden of disease. Some of the most common and deadliest cancers in Ghana included breast, cervical, prostate and liver according to data from The Ghana Health Service. The increase in the cancer death rate can...
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