County steps up campaign to fight breast cancer in men
By KNA, August 22, 2023Nakuru county government has initiated a breast cancer awareness campaign aimed at getting more men tested for early diagnosis and treatment.
Health executive Jacqueline Osoro said although breast cancer is mainly associated with women, who are also more at risk because of hormonal fluctuations, men are also increasingly becoming vulnerable to the disease.
Speaking when she hosted a delegation from GTB Scan Lab Nakuru Limited yesterday, she said although breast cancer in men is rare, men should be made aware of common symptoms like lumps, discharge, and skin discolouration around the breast area.
She said the county government is committed to not only creating awareness of the disease but also improving support and cancer screening for residents across the devolved unit.
“Breast Cancer Awareness Month which will be marked next month will also serve as an opportunity to encourage men to undergo prostate screening, as prostate cancer also poses a great threat to them,” Osoro stated.
According to the World Health Organisation, detecting cancers early remains the cornerstone of breast cancer control.