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Cope with Cancer
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
Updated: 24 March 2026
Categories: On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Webinar – Food for All: Advocating for Social and Economic Justice in Food Systems.
As part of National Nutrition Week 2025, we invite you to a webinar on this year’s theme: Food for All: Advocating for Social and Economic Justice in Food Systems. Together, we will explore how equitable food systems can support a healthier South Africa.
Read morePublished: 9 October 2025
Updated: 21 October 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Webinars, Dietary Tips, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, 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
CANSA and DKMS Africa Partner to Expand Donor Recruitment and Support in South Africa
Through a new partnership, CANSA and DKMS Africa, an international non-profit organisation dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders, will strengthen the recruitment of diverse stem cell donors in South Africa, while ensuring improved support and matching for blood cancer and blood disorder patients who need life-saving transplants. DKMS Africa is dedicated to registering and supporting donors to match patients in need. The CANSA TLC programme places equal importance on patient and donor welfare. Donors travelling for transplant procedures will stay for free at CANSA TLC facilities…
Read morePublished: 16 September 2025
Updated: 3 July 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Media Releases & News, Types of cancer
CANSA Calls for Honest Conversations on World Lymphoma Awareness Day
CANSA is shining a light on lymphoma this World Lymphoma Awareness Day (15 September), calling for more open conversations and stronger support for patients and their loved ones…
Read morePublished: 6 September 2025
Updated: 1 October 2025
Categories: I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer, Women's Health
CANSA & Alvi Armani Partnership Offers Hair Restoration Support for Cancer Survivors
CANSA is partnering with Alvi Armani – their restorative programme helps post-cancer treatment patients regain hair, confidence, and quality of life after facing cancer… Launching in August 2025, the initiative will offer CANSA-affiliated patients in recovery, access to complimentary, in-depth, and personalised consultations. Complete the form in the post to indicate your interest…
Read morePublished: 4 September 2025
Updated: 10 December 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Our Corporate Social Investment Partners, Women's Health
CANSA Launches the FLOD Game to Help Educators Screen for Childhood Cancer through Play
The first pilot of the FLOD card game was held at the Kabega Primary School in Gqeberha towards the end of July 2025. Educators and leader volunteers assisted with introducing the game to primary school learners in the school hall. FLOD is an innovation of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) and its Tough […]
Read morePublished: 1 September 2025
Updated: 1 September 2025
Categories: CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Types of cancer
Cancer – Overcoming the Unimaginable
Marcelle D’Allende, stage 4 lung cancer patient, believes that cancer Survivors are responsible for their own well-being, whether it is physical, mental or spiritual. Which “take-away” points resonate with you? Her ‘Take Away Points’ include: A strong, resilient mind will help you overcome difficulties (mental health counts) Cancer does not define who you are – […]
Read morePublished: 21 August 2025
Updated: 3 September 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health
Nutrition and Cancer
Nutrition: Nutrition and Related Tips for People Living with Cancer Nutrition for Adults Undergoing Cancer Treatment Nutrition for Children Diagnosed with Cancer Per Cancer Type: Nutrition for Individuals Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Nutrition for Individuals Diagnosed with Colorectal Cancer Nutrition for Individuals Diagnosed with Kidney Cancer Nutrition for Individuals Diagnosed with Liver Cancer Nutrition for […]
Read morePublished: 12 August 2025
Updated: 2 September 2025
Categories: Types of cancer
Conditions Giving Rise to Cancer
Find alphabetical list of conditions giving rise to cancer. Read more about cancer and types of cancer here… Conditions Giving Rise to Cancer: Actinic Cheilitis Fact Sheet – can lead to squamous cell carcinoma (skin cancer) Actinic Keratosis Fact Sheet– can lead to squamous cell carcinoma (skin cancer) Atrophic Gastritis Fact Sheet – can lead to stomach […]
Read morePublished: 12 August 2025
Updated: 12 August 2025
Categories: Types of cancer
Uterine Cancer Survivor Shares Her Journey from Stranger to Strength
Today, I’m learning to live with my body-stranger, finding strength in unexpected moments, and grateful for the community that’s rallied around me. Some days are diamonds, some days are rough, but every day I’m here is a day worth celebrating…
Read morePublished: 5 August 2025
Updated: 5 August 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Stories of Hope, Women's Health
Cailla Maree Teen Cancer Survivor – My Story of Hope
If you’re a young person going through cancer, I want you to know that it’s okay if you don’t feel brave or positive all the time. It’s okay to feel tired, or disconnected, or scared. That doesn’t make you weak. You’re still here, and that means something! Cancer is a part of my story, but it doesn’t get to be all of it….
Read morePublished: 5 August 2025
Updated: 5 August 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, I have Cancer, Stories of Hope
Breaking the Silence Around Lung Cancer
As the world marks World Lung Cancer Day on 1 August, CANSA is calling for greater compassion and awareness around one of the most stigmatised cancers. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths globally, but myths and blame continue to cloud understanding and response to this complex disease…
Read morePublished: 31 July 2025
Updated: 23 September 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
Video: CANSA Care Homes
CANSA provides home-from-home accommodation to patients undergoing cancer treatment at oncology clinics far from their homes. Meet cancer Survivors making use of our facilities, as you join us on a tour of our CANSA Eikehof Care Home, and find the CANSA Care Home closest to your treatment centre…
Read morePublished: 21 July 2025
Updated: 22 May 2026
Categories: CANSA Videos, I have Cancer
CANSA Launches WhatsApp Channel
CANSA has officially launched its WhatsApp Channel, marking a new chapter in how the 94-year-old organisation connects with the broader public, cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, volunteers and donors. This modern platform offers a convenient, quick, and informative way for all to stay updated and engaged with CANSA’s work. Follow the CANSA Cancer Association of South Africa channel on WhatsApp.
Read morePublished: 17 June 2025
Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Help Desk, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, 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
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
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
Updated: 14 May 2026
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
Updated: 14 May 2026
Categories: Cope with Cancer, Media Releases & News, Support Groups
CANSA Virtual Support Group
CANSA is launching a new monthly virtual support group starting Saturday, 24 May from 11:00 to 12:00 via Zoom.
Read morePublished: 22 May 2025
Updated: 17 June 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health
Kolorektale Kanker – Die Krag van Balans – Vesel en Kolongesondheid
Terwyl genetika ‘n rol speel, maak leefstylkeuses ‘n groot verskil aan die risiko om kolorektale kanker te ontwikkel, sê Lorraine Govender, nasionale bestuurder: Gesondheid van die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA), van een van die top vyf mees algemene kankers in Suid-Afrika.
Read morePublished: 27 March 2025
Updated: 27 March 2025
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Dietary Tips, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, Women's Health
Colorectal Cancer – The Power of Balance – Fibre and Gut Health
While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices make a big difference to the risk of developing colorectal cancer, says Lorraine Govender, National Manager: Health of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), of one of the top five most common cancers in South Africa.
Read morePublished: 27 March 2025
Updated: 11 August 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Dietary Tips, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, Women's Health
