Tema East Member of Parliament, Isaac Ashai Odamtten, has called on men to play a more active role in promoting breast cancer awareness. He made the call at the launch of Breast Cancer Awareness Month by the International Maritime Hospital. Mr. Odamtten emphasized that breast cancer affects not just women but also their families, workplaces, and communities. He stressed the need for breast cancer awareness to become part of everyday health conversations.
Mr. Odamtten highlighted the importance of men supporting women in identifying unusual changes in their breasts and seeking early medical attention. Changes such as lumps or thickening in the breast, changes in size or appearance, skin changes, or unusual nipple discharge should not be ignored. He encouraged men to pay attention to these changes and encourage women to seek professional medical advice. This, he believes, can lead to early detection and timely treatment.
The MP stated that breast health should not be treated as an issue that concerns women alone. He emphasized that families and communities have a collective responsibility to promote early detection and treatment. Mr. Odamtten also called for greater public education to address fear, stigma, and misinformation surrounding cancer. This, he believes, can encourage people to seek medical care without delay.
Mr. Odamtten noted that some people delay seeking medical care due to fear of diagnosis, while others rely on unverified treatments. He urged communities to create an environment where people can discuss cancer openly, seek screening, and receive support after diagnosis. The MP also reminded Ghanaians that breast cancer, although less common, can also affect men.
The MP announced his commitment to fully sponsor this year's Manhean Breast Cancer Month as part of his contribution to awareness creation and prevention. He commended the International Maritime Hospital and its partners for initiating the campaign and urged Ghanaians to move beyond simply wearing the pink ribbon. Mr. Odamtten believes that breast cancer education should be extended beyond hospitals to homes, schools, workplaces, and community settings.
As a political leader, Mr. Odamtten acknowledged his responsibility to support initiatives that promote preventive healthcare, increase awareness, and improve access to healthcare services. He encouraged men to take an active role in promoting breast cancer awareness and supporting women in identifying unusual breast changes. This, he believes, can lead to early detection and treatment.
The launch of Breast Cancer Awareness Month by the International Maritime Hospital aims to promote education and awareness about breast cancer. The MP's call to action emphasizes the need for collective responsibility in promoting early detection and treatment. Key points include the importance of men's involvement in breast cancer awareness, the need for public education to address fear and stigma, and the extension of breast cancer education beyond hospitals to community settings.
Key points
- The Tema East MP, Isaac Ashai Odamtten, has urged men to support breast cancer awareness and encourage women to identify unusual breast changes and seek medical attention.
- Breast cancer awareness should become part of everyday health conversations, not limited to activities organized during October.
- The MP has committed to fully sponsoring this year's Manhean Breast Cancer Month as part of his contribution to awareness creation and prevention.
