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Accra, December 10, 2025 — As part of our News Writing and Reporting project at the University of Professional Studies, Accra, Group Seven has produced an investigative report titled “Exposing the Dangers of Breast Cancer.” The project was guided by our lecturer, Mr. Archibald Nii Sarbah Adams, and focuses on creating awareness about the risks, symptoms, and impact of breast cancer on individuals and families in Ghana.

In our research, we discovered that breast cancer continues to affect thousands of women globally and remains one of the most common cancers among Ghanaian women. Because many cases are detected late, the chances of survival are often reduced. This is what inspired our group to take on the topic — to help promote early detection and provide accurate information to the public.

Through interviews with healthcare professionals and survivors, we learned that breast cancer begins when cells in the breast grow uncontrollably, forming lumps or tumors. Although the exact cause is not always known, several factors increase the risk, including aging, family history, hormonal changes, poor diet, lack of exercise, and alcohol use.

Our report highlights key symptoms that individuals should never ignore:

• Lumps in the breast or underarm

• Changes in breast size or shape

• Skin redness, dimpling, or unusual texture

• Nipple discharge or pain

We were advised by experts that noticing a symptom should not lead to fear, but to immediate medical attention, since early diagnosis can save lives.

We also explored steps women can take to reduce their risk. These include regular exercise, healthy eating, avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol, and performing monthly self-exams. Breastfeeding was also mentioned as a natural protective factor. For those with a family history of breast cancer, health professionals recommend early and regular monitoring.

Our target audience for this project includes men and women aged 20–50, students, and individuals with a family history of breast cancer. We chose this audience because breast cancer affects many Ghanaian homes, and spreading awareness can encourage early detection and reduce stigma.

To produce this news item, our group conducted interviews, researched medical information, gathered statistics, and worked together on scripting, writing, presenting, editing, and organizing the report.

Group Eight Members:

Famous Klutse – Presenter

Quarshie Emmanuella – Writer

Ankara Dorcas – Researcher

Addo Emmanuel Sowah – Editor

Boamah Diana – Writer

Franklina Adu – Organizer

Amonu Esther – Researcher

Foresight Fadilatu Yaro – Interviewer

Edem Sika Kumi-Dei – Editor

Akrofi Emmanuel – Member

As a team, we hope that our work contributes to ongoing efforts to educate the public, support affected individuals, and encourage more people to prioritize regular screenings. Breast cancer is not just a health condition — it is a community concern, and awareness remains one of the strongest tools we have to fight it.