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Cope with 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
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
2 December 2024 – You Are Invited! Adolescents and Young Adult Cancer Survivors (13 to 24 yrs) to a Zoom Discussion about Your Needs
Adolescents and young adults with cancer (13 to 24 yrs) are invited to attend a Zoom discussion around their needs on Monday, 2 December 2024… – link to Zoom will be shared upon RSVP – deadline for RSVP has been extended to Friday, 29 November 2024.
Read morePublished: 26 November 2024
Updated: 4 December 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer
The 2024 IKCC Global Patient Survey on Kidney Cancer and Growths Open until 15 Nov 2024
Participate in the survey, open until 15 November 2024 – the information gathered helps local patient organisations and IKCC create education, awareness and advocacy programmes that accurately respond to the needs of people affected by kidney cancer. Success depends on hearing from many patients and carers in many countries and learning about their experiences living with kidney cancer. We hope you will help…
Read morePublished: 5 November 2024
Updated: 21 November 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer
October Webinars – Join the SeriAAAS Resilience Project by Conn Bertish Brain Cancer Survivor – Improve #MentalHealth
This is a toolkit we all need. Join the SeriAAAS Resilience Project by Conn Bertish Brain Cancer Survivor – Improve #MentalHealth by joining live-streamed webinars, Monday to Friday, from 13 00 to 14 00, throughout October…
Read morePublished: 21 October 2024
Updated: 5 November 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Webinars, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health
Cancer Webinar Series – October is Pink Month: Breast Cancer (22 October 2024)
Join us on Tuesday, 22 October from 09:00 to 11:30 for an informative session about breast cancer.
Read morePublished: 17 October 2024
Updated: 17 October 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Webinars, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Reduce Cancer Risk, Women's Health
Coping with Breast Cancer Surgery
CANSA shares some helpful tips to support breast cancer patients who undergo surgery as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting women of all races in South Africa…
Read morePublished: 5 October 2024
Updated: 17 September 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Women's Health
Tips to Prepare Women to Cope Holistically with Breast Cancer Surgery
CANSA shares some helpful tips to support breast cancer patients who undergo surgery. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting women of all races in South Africa, with a lifetime risk of 1 in 26 according to the National Cancer Registry of 2022. It affects women of all ages, although the risk increases as […]
Read morePublished: 25 September 2024
Updated: 26 September 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
Tips to Help You Cope Psychologically with Breast Cancer Surgery
Coping with the loss of a breast or part of a breast due to cancer is a deeply personal and challenging experience. Whether you’ve lost a part or your entire breast(s), it’s normal to mourn that loss. It’s important to remember that there is no right or wrong way to feel and that individuals have […]
Read morePublished: 25 September 2024
Updated: 3 March 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
CANSA Tips to Help You Cope Before Breast Cancer Surgery
CANSA knows that many women are affected by breast cancer in South Africa and that it affects women of all ages, though the risk increases as a woman gets older. Breast conserving surgery (a lumpectomy), or surgery to remove the entire breast(s), known as a mastectomy, or to investigate if the cancer has spread to […]
Read morePublished: 25 September 2024
Updated: 3 March 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
CANSA Tips to Help You Cope After Breast Cancer Surgery
Each person heals at their own pace after breast cancer surgery – CANSA has prepared a few helpful tips to aid recovery: 1. Prescribed Medication If antibiotics were prescribed, take them after meals, as directed. Do not stop taking them because you feel better. Do not take aspirin or anti-inflammatory medication for 2 – 3 […]
Read morePublished: 25 September 2024
Updated: 3 March 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
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
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
Palliative Care Improves Quality of Life for Children with Cancer
With September being Childhood Cancer Month, CANSA is reinforcing how important palliative care is and how it can assist both children with cancer and their families and caregivers.
Read morePublished: 24 September 2024
Updated: 31 October 2024
Categories: CANSA Free2Bme Support for Teens and Young Adults, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Counselling & Support Groups, Media Releases & News, Specialist Care & Treatment, Support Groups, Types of cancer
Focus on Cervical Cancer in Women’s Month
Knowledge gaps surrounding women’s health and cancer can prevent women from seeking appropriate healthcare services or discussing their symptoms openly. This delays the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, leading to worse outcomes. CANSA consistently promotes cancer awareness and early detection through education and screening.
Read morePublished: 23 September 2024
Updated: 2 December 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, About Cancer, Advocacy, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Reduce Cancer Risk, Screening & Cancer Control, Types of cancer, Women's Health
World Lymphoma Awareness Day Webinar
For World Lymphoma Awareness Day, on 11 September, CANSA along with members of Lymphoma Coalition is encouraging Honest Talk about how we’re feeling.
Read morePublished: 10 September 2024
Updated: 3 October 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Webinars, CANSA's Holistic Cancer Care & Support, Caregiving and Cancer, Cope with Cancer, Counselling & Support Groups, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Support Groups, Women's Health
Cancer Webinar Series – Uterine, Ovarian and Cervical Cancer – 17 September 2024
Join us on Tuesday, 17 September from 09 00 to 11 30 for an informative session on three cancers affecting women, namely, uterine, ovarian and cervical cancer…
Read morePublished: 9 September 2024
Updated: 17 September 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Webinars, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
It’s Time for Honest Talk about Lymphoma
This year’s theme for World Lymphoma Awareness Day, held on 15 September annually, is ‘It’s Time for Honest Talk’. CANSA and other similar patient organisations across the world are encouraging people affected by lymphoma, to start having open and frank discussions about this cancer to help them navigate the challenging treatment journey from diagnosis… CANSA is going one step further by hosting a lymphoma webinar on 11 September 2024 that aims to encourage honest talk about the disease among those affected by it. A panel of social workers and patients will be sharing their experience and tips on how to get the lymphoma conversation started. Find out more and register online….
Read morePublished: 6 September 2024
Updated: 15 October 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
