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Donate to CANSA for Nedbank Shavathon
You can donate to CANSA, so that we can be a gift to those affected by cancer. Thank you in advance for your generous donation. EFT Account name: Cancer Association of South Africa Bank name: Nedbank Account number: 1924191776 Account type: Current account Branch code: 198765 Branch name: Eastgate Please use ‘your name + NBShava’ […]
Read morePublished: 31 October 2025 | Last Updated: 31 October 2025
Categories: Uncategorized
Podcast – Groundbreaking Genetic Discovery in Breast Cancer
In our latest On the CANSA Couch podcast, hosts Megan and Kudzai sit down with Mahtaab Hayat. She is the lead author of a remarkable new study, published in Nature, which uncovered two new genetic variants linked to breast cancer in Black South African women.
Read morePublished: 18 October 2025 | Last Updated: 21 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA Research, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Podcast – Spotlight on Cervical, Breast and Uterine cancer – CANSA on the Couch Podcast
We put the spotlight on women’s health. Join us as we unpack important conversations around cervical, breast and uterine cancer – from prevention and early detection to busting myths and finding support…
Read morePublished: 17 October 2025 | Last Updated: 21 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Highlights, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Hormone, menopouse en kanker: KANSA se oproep tot aksie in Oktober
Menopouse gaan nie net oor warm gloede en breinbeneweldheid nie. Dit is ook ‘n tyd wanneer hormonale veranderinge die risiko van borskanker kan beïnvloed. Hierdie jaar draai ons na die verband tussen menopouse en borskanker.
Read morePublished: 25 September 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News, Types of cancer, Women's Health
KANSA bring gesondheidskundiges en -dienste na die werkplek
Die meeste mense is huiwerig om proaktiewe mediese advies in te win as gevolg van ‘n komplekse wisselwerking van sosiale, kulturele, sielkundige en sistemiese faktore. Praktiese hindernisse soos om tyd van die werk af te neem, lang wagtye en beperkte toegang tot gesondheidsorgverskaffers, is van die faktore. Namate die Korporatiewe Welstandsweek (1 tot 5 Julie) nader kom, is dit ‘n uitstekende tyd om met oplossings vir hierdie uitdaging vorendag te kom.
Read morePublished: 24 June 2025 | Last Updated: 24 June 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Screening & Cancer Control, Women's Health
Podcast – Plant-Based Nutrition and A Healthy Balanced Lifestyle – On the CANSA Couch
The latest episode of On the CANSA Couch is available! This week, we dive into the power of plant-based nutrition and how it supports a healthier, balanced lifestyle – especially when it comes to reducing cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 12 June 2025 | Last Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Dietary Tips, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health
Donate to CANSA (via email)
You can donate to CANSA, so that we can be a gift to those affected by cancer. Thank you in advance for your generous donation. EFT Cancer Association of South Africa NPC Bank: Absa Account #: 9321630666 Branch Code: 632005 SWIFT Code: ABSAZAJJ Please use your name as reference and email proof of payment to info@cansa.org.za Find out more on How […]
Read morePublished: 11 June 2025 | Last Updated: 11 June 2025
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Published: 29 May 2025 | Last Updated: 29 May 2025
Categories: Uncategorized
KANSA versterk sy ondersteuningsnetwerk vir Internasionale Kankeroorwinnaars Maand
Junie elke jaar word wêreldwyd aandag gevestig op die impak van kanker op persone gediagnoseer met kanker, hul versorgers, geliefdes, familie en ander mense binne die oorlewende se kring. Dikwels het hierdie mense net iemand nodig om mee te praat oor hul kankerervaring. KANSA het ‘n virtuele ondersteuningsgroep van stapel gestuur, wat maandeliks sal plaasvind, om die reikwydte wat hy reeds bereik het deur sy in-person-ondersteuningsgroepe, Facebook- en WhatsApp-ondersteuningsgroepe, regoor Suid-Afrika te verhoog.
Read morePublished: 29 May 2025 | Last Updated: 29 May 2025
Categories: Cope with Cancer, Media Releases & News, Support Groups
CANSA Boosts its Support Network for Global Cancer Survivors’ Month
June each year sees global attention directed to the impact of cancer on its survivors, their caregivers, loved ones, families and other people within the survivor’s circle. Often these people just need someone to talk to about their cancer experience. CANSA launched a virtual support group, that will take place on a monthly basis, to boost the reach it has already achieved through its face-to-face support groups, Facebook and WhatsApp support groups, run across South Africa.
Read morePublished: 29 May 2025 | Last Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: Cope with Cancer, Media Releases & News, Support Groups
Podcast – The Truth About Emerging Tobacco Products – On the CANSA Couch
In the first episode of our Tobacco Control Series with On The CANSA Couch, we uncover the hidden dangers of new and emerging tobacco products.
Read morePublished: 21 February 2025
Categories: No-Tobacco Campaign, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
Video: Samantha Graham Mare – A Cancer Survivor Story
Samantha Graham-Maré is a current Deputy Minister and breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed twice and at the time, had no access to medical aid. She stayed at our CANSA Strelitzia Care Home. Watch to hear her story and her message of hope. Find out more about breast cancer and tips for coping with breast cancer surgery…
Read morePublished: 31 October 2024 | Last Updated: 17 September 2025
Categories: CANSA Videos, Women's Health
Video: PEP & CANSA Dry & Detect Towel Initiative to Boost Breast Self-Exam Education
Video: PEP & CANSA Dry & Detect Towel Initiative to Boost Breast Self-Exam Education
Read morePublished: 28 October 2024
Categories: CANSA Videos, Screening & Cancer Control, Women's Health
Podcast – Lowering Cancer Risk in Children – On the CANSA Couch
Listen in to the next episode of On the CANSA Couch podcast. This special episode focuses on lowering cancer risk in children, featuring our trusted CANSA Seal of Recognition partners: ReboundSA, Moosel Hats, and Flatdog Sunscreen. Our guests discuss how their products contribute to reducing cancer risk, and we’ll also be sharing key nutritional tips to help keep our little ones healthy, happy and hydrated.
Read morePublished: 27 September 2024 | Last Updated: 31 October 2024
Categories: CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Physical Activity Category, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
Podcast – Childhood Cancer CANSA TLC Facilities and Resources – On the CANSA Couch
Join our guests in this podcast as they discuss important topics regarding childhood cancer, CANSA TLC Facilities and Resources – On the CANSA Couch
Read morePublished: 25 September 2024 | Last Updated: 15 October 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Free2Bme Support for Teens and Young Adults, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
Podcast – Physical Activity to Lower Cancer Risk – On the CANSA Couch
In this episode of On the CANSA Couch, we’re diving into the vital role that physical activity plays in lowering cancer risk and supporting those affected by cancer. We’re excited to talk about CANSA’s Smart Choice Physical Activity Category, to help you get started on your journey to better health.
Read morePublished: 16 August 2024 | Last Updated: 27 September 2024
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Physical Activity Category, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
Fokus op servikskanker tydens Vrouemaand
’n Tekort aan kennis rakende vrouegesondheid en kanker kan vroue verhoed om tydig van die regte gesondheidsorgdienste gebruik te maak of om openlik oor hulle simptome te praat. KANSA skep voortdurend bewusmaking oor kanker en vroeë opsporing deur middel van opvoeding en siftingstoetse. Tydens Vrouemaand, fokus ons spesifiek op servikskanker, wat voorkombaar en behandelbaar is, indien dit vroeg opgespoor en aangespreek word.
Read morePublished: 14 August 2024 | Last Updated: 14 August 2024
Categories: Media Releases & News, Women's Health
Podcast – A Cancer Diagnosis – Getting Help & CANSA Resources – On the CANSA Couch
Join the On the CANSA Couch guests as we talk about Patient Care with the specific focus on getting help after a cancer diagnosis, what is available from CANSA as well as online resources.
Read morePublished: 2 July 2024 | Last Updated: 23 September 2025
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Patient Care, CANSA's Holistic Cancer Care & Support, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
CANSA World Melanoma Day Webinar 2024
RECORDING AVAILABLE: ‘You can’t outrun the sun’, says Dr Donny Fick, general practitioner. Join guest speaker Dr Donny on our webinar to find out about the damaging effects of UV rays and what you can do to lower the skin cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 16 May 2024 | Last Updated: 16 July 2024
Categories: CANSA Webinars, SunSmart
Podcast: Discuss Colorectal Cancer on the CANSA Couch
Join us for an insightful discussion on colorectal cancer with CANSA’s National Manager of Health Programmes, Lorraine Govender. In this episode, Lorraine dives into the importance of having access to healthy food and drink choices in lowering one’s risk for colorectal cancer.
Read morePublished: 17 April 2024 | Last Updated: 17 May 2024
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health
Wêreldgesondheidsdag beklemtoon Menseregte as sleutelrol in die verlaging van kankerrisiko
KANSA fokus in April op die bewusmaking van kolorektale kanker, en die hoof boodskappe sluit aan by Wêreldgesondheidsdag wat op 7 April plaasvind. Gesondheid is almal se fundamentele reg. Daar is drie hoof konsepte in die Universele Verklaring van Menseregte wat ’n belangrike rol speel om die kankerrisiko te verlaag: gesondheid en welstand, kos en opvoeding.
Read morePublished: 2 April 2024 | Last Updated: 5 April 2024
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, Media Releases & News, Types of cancer
