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CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support Group – 22 March 2023

22 March 2023 – CANSA support group member, Ben George, shares his journey with cancer.

Published: 16 Mar 2023
Updated: 23 Mar 2023
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health

Research Study – Cancer & Sleep

Rhodes University invites eligible breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer patients to participate in a Master’s research study. The aim of the study is to characterise the side effects of respective cancer diagnoses (breast, cervical, or ovarian cancer), the associated treatment, and the specific stage of cancer at the time of treatment, on the sleep quality of patients. The closing date for recruitment is 28 April 2023.

Published: 16 Mar 2023
Updated: 16 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Take Part in Cancer-related Research

CANSA Research Grant Type A Funding Call 2024

CANSA is now accepting expressions of interest in research focused on controlling priority cancers in South Africa. Research may be on a range of cancer control determinants, including those with a focus on public health, and clinical and basic sciences. CANSA also welcomes projects investigating cancer control that utilise new methodologies and technologies. Letters of Interest submission deadline: 31 March 2023.

Published: 15 Mar 2023
Updated: 17 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, Notice Board, Research Funding and Grants

Prof Paul Ruff appointed as Chair of ASCO’s Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Council

CANSA congratulates CANSA Research Committee (RESCOM) member Prof Paul Ruff for being appointed as Chair of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Council. Prof Ruff is an Emeritus Professor of Medical Oncology at the School of Clinical Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand. The Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Council has 12 members who […]

Published: 14 Mar 2023
Updated: 15 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Our Research Team

Professor Sharon Prince Awarded Gold for Outstanding Scientific Contributions to Health Research

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) held its 9th SAMRC Scientific Merit Awards recently to recognise excellence in health research. Read more here. Congratulations to Prof Sharon Prince, on being awarded the South African Medical Research Council’s Gold Award for her substantial and influential contribution to health, especially in low and middle-income countries. Prof […]

Published: 13 Mar 2023
Updated: 14 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board

CANSA Joins LocumBase at SAPHEX 2023 to Offer Free Screening to Medical Professionals

15 to 16 MARCH 2023: Medical professionals like the rest of the general population, need reminding that early detection saves lives. Many lead busy lifestyles and fall into the routine and rigmarole of taking care of others’ needs before their own. LocumBase in partnership with CANSA will give medical professionals the opportunity to get screened for breast cancer, access to the CANSA FotoFinder™ which will help screen skin risk factors as well as an opportunity to take a one-on-one lifestyle risk assessment, all facilitated by specialised registered nurses from CANSA. These services will be offered FREE of any charges at SAPHEX 2023, stand C27…

Published: 13 Mar 2023
Updated: 17 Mar 2023
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Gauteng, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health

Choose Your Cooking Oil Wisely

Article written by Megan Pentz-Kluyts, CANSA Nutrition and Dietetics consultant Walking down the supermarket aisle and seeing the rows of shelves packed with different kinds of cooking oils, can make for a daunting task in how to choose the oils that help better support you and your family’s health. Diet has become one of the […]

Published: 7 Mar 2023
Updated: 7 Mar 2023
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category

Remembering Mark Pilgrim

CANSA is deeply saddened by the loss of a long-time friend, and supporter, Mark Pilgrim. One of South Africa’s most treasured radio personalities, Mark was also a beloved CANSA Ambassador supporting CANSA Shavathon as well as being a Daredevil champion and numerous fundraising events in the capacity of MC for many years. He was also an avid activist for raising awareness around cancers affecting men, especially testicular cancer and promoting men’s health awareness.

Published: 7 Mar 2023
Updated: 8 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, Fundraising Events & Projects, Men's Health

HPV Awareness Key In Lowering Cervical Cancer Risk

CANSA is proud to support the International Papillomavirus Society’s (IPVS) #OneLessWorry campaign this International Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Day, 4 March 2023, as part of its on-going efforts to raise awareness of certain HPV strains resulting in cervical cancer. The #OneLessWorry HPV campaign aims to increase public awareness and understanding of the HPV virus and to promote the importance of the lowering of risk through HPV vaccinations, regular screenings, namely Pap smears, and diagnosis and treatment of papillomavirus-related disease…

Published: 2 Mar 2023
Updated: 2 Mar 2023
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, Media Releases & News, Women's Health

CANSA Position Statements

CANSA’s Position Statements and Fact Sheets are provided for general information purposes only, and to state our stance on particular matters. We do not specialise in treatment of cancer. It is therefore important to discuss any questions which may arise with the appropriate specialists. A Position Statement is a document where CANSA states its position […]

Published: 28 Feb 2023
Updated: 28 Feb 2023
Categories: About CANSA

CANSA Fact Sheets

CANSA’s Fact Sheets & Position Statements are provided for general information purposes only, and to state our stance on particular matters. We do not specialise in treatment of cancer. It is therefore important to discuss any questions which may arise with the appropriate specialists. CANSA Fact Sheets provide the latest information regarding types of cancer […]

Published: 28 Feb 2023
Updated: 28 Feb 2023
Categories: About CANSA

CANSA’s Position Statements & Fact Sheets

CANSA’s Fact Sheets & Position Statements are provided for general information purposes only, and to state our stance on particular matters. We do not specialise in treatment of cancer. It is therefore important to discuss any questions which may arise with the appropriate specialists. CANSA Fact Sheets

Published: 28 Feb 2023
Updated: 28 Feb 2023
Categories: Advocacy, What CANSA Believes

CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support Group – 22 February 2023

22 February 2023 – Topic: Palliative Care and My Cancer Journey – the speaker is Dr Thilo Govender…

Published: 20 Feb 2023
Updated: 22 Feb 2023
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health

CANSA Shavathon: 20 Years of Solidarity with Cancer Survivors

It’s that time of the year to shave, spray and donate at the CANSA 20th annual Shavathon fundraising event taking place, at various shopping centres across South Africa, on Saturday 25 February 2023, with certain venues also hosting events on Sunday, 26 February 2023. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Shavathon is one of the highlights on the CANSA calendar bringing families, friends and colleagues together in solidarity with cancer survivors. Losing hair is a common side effect of cancer treatment so participants show support by donating a fee to shave or spray their hair…

How Referrals to CANSA TLC Work

CANSA and CANSA TLC staff are committed to connecting families facing cancer with information, day-to-day help as well as emotional support they need in the communities where they live. Our aim is to ensure that cancer Survivors (paediatric / teen patients) and their loved ones don’t have to face cancer alone; we’re here to support […]

Published: 15 Feb 2023
Updated: 15 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme

Story of Hope – Mariska Schultz Cancer Survivor Overcomes Cancer in her Teens

I am Mariska Schultz, I’m 27 years old and I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma when I was 15 years old. As any teenager would, I was uncertain about what this disease is. I could see by the tears and fear in my parents’ eyes that it wasn’t anything good… – view RECORDING of Webinar to find out more about CANSA TLC support for teens and young adults with cancer and hear Mariska’s story…

Published: 14 Feb 2023
Updated: 15 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, I have Cancer, Stories of Hope

Webinar – Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults Living with Cancer by CANSA TLC

Webinar – RECORDING available: Learn about the web-based interventions and resources CANSA TLC will offer to help build resilience for young adults to cope with cancer. The objective is to address the specific unique needs of adolescents and young adults, when diagnosed with cancer…

Published: 13 Feb 2023
Updated: 20 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Webinars, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Men's Health, Women's Health

CANSA Service Spotlight – Lorraine Mamitwa (CANSA TLC Nicus Lodge Assistant)

Lorraine Mamitwa CANSA TLC Assistant shares about the work she does to support children with cancer and their parents…

Published: 12 Feb 2023
Updated: 17 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Work for CANSA

CANSA Funded Research Projects for Master’s Students

CANSA is seeking to fund Master’s students to conduct research on the topics below which will form part of their Master’s dissertation. Research Topics to be funded: An evaluation of CANSA programmes which could include an evaluation of a health awareness campaign, CANSA Seal of Recognition, or CANSA care services. CANSA will assist in identifying […]

Published: 9 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Research Projects