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Cope with Cancer
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…
Read morePublished: 14 February 2023
Updated: 30 May 2023
Categories: CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, I have Cancer, Stories of Hope
Naniki Seboni – Brown Skin Girl
People of all skin types are at risk for melanoma. When Naniki was told that she had Stage 3 malignant melanoma, she asked, “What is that?” To which the doctors explained skin cancer. Her response was, “But, I’m black?” Naniki goes on to explain, “I had never heard of a black person having skin cancer. Yes, prostate and cervical but not skin cancer…”
Read morePublished: 17 December 2022
Updated: 18 September 2024
Categories: Stories of Hope, SunSmart
Katherine Burger Shares Melanoma Diagnosis
Says Katherine, “Melanomas can look like any lump or bump, so that’s it’s so important to know our bodies and watch for changes. You should do a skin self-examination every few weeks. Most importantly, this is why EVERYONE should have an annual skin check by a dermatologist.”
Read morePublished: 16 December 2022
Updated: 7 February 2023
Categories: Stories of Hope, SunSmart
Lung Cancer Awareness Video
CANSA is concerned about the low awareness of lung cancer. More than two-thirds of patients are diagnosed at a late stage, when the cancer has already spread to other parts of the body. If lung cancer is found at an earlier stage, when it’s small and before it has spread, it’s more likely to be successfully treated. This concern led to a partnership with the University of KwaZulu-Natal for a Multinational Lung Cancer Control Programme (UKZN-MLCCP)…
Read morePublished: 10 December 2022
Updated: 31 July 2024
Categories: Advocacy, Men's Health, Types of cancer, Women's Health
CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support group – 7 December 2022
Whytie de Witt will be sharing about his cancer journey…
Read morePublished: 2 December 2022
Updated: 9 December 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health
The Fight Against Cancer Gets a Boost in Sub-Saharan Africa
National Cancer Registry media statement: The National Cancer Registry (NCR), a division of the National Health Laboratory Service, is honoured to be named one of three IARC-GICR Collaborating Centres for Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) by the International Agency for Research in Cancer (IARC) Global Initiative for Cancer Registry development (GICR). The World Health Organization (WHO) has […]
Read morePublished: 23 November 2022
Updated: 14 June 2023
Categories: About Cancer, Advocacy, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Types of cancer
Video Interview – Fast Facts from Karger: Breast Cancer and Social Stigma
Abeda Steenkamp, breast cancer Survivor and social worker at CANSA, was interviewed and shares her views on breast cancer and social stigma…
Read morePublished: 25 October 2022
Updated: 22 December 2022
Categories: CANSA Webinars, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Cape Argus Facebook Live – Get Educated About Breast Cancer – 27 October 2022
Watch video recording – Dr Francois Malherbe, Head of Breast and Surgical Endocrine Unit Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, and Lucy Balona (CANSA) discussed breast cancer on Facebook…
Read morePublished: 25 October 2022
Updated: 22 December 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Webinars, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Women's Health
CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support group – 8 October 2022
Virtual CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support group – 8 October 2022 with Shaheed Mahomed.
Read morePublished: 6 October 2022
Updated: 10 October 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health
Seminar: Unpacking the Implications of Constitutional Guarantees on the Right to Health for Cancer Patients
CANSA / Cancer Alliance invites you to a seminar on 6 October 2022 “Unpacking the Implications of Constitutional Guarantees on the Right to Health for Cancer Patients”…
Read morePublished: 25 September 2022
Updated: 7 October 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, CANSA Webinars, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer
Children, Food and Cancer
In September, CANSA raises awareness of childhood cancer and the importance of support for children and parents affected specifically regarding food and diets. CANSA TLC partnered with B-well to produce a booklet, ‘Understanding a Child’s Dietary Needs When They are Diagnosed with Cancer’ for parents to better manage the dietary side effects their children experience while on cancer treatment…
Read morePublished: 20 September 2022
Updated: 17 October 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Caregiving and Cancer, Dietary Tips
Testicular Cancer
The lifetime risk for Testicular Cancer in men in South Africa, is 1 in 2 172, according to the 2024 National Cancer Registry (NCR). Most Testicular Cancers can be detected early – a lump or swelling may be the first sign that a medical practitioner should be consulted. Reduce Risk Through Self-Examination It’s important for […]
Read morePublished: 6 September 2022
Updated: 3 August 2026
Categories: Types of cancer
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, is cancer of the lymphoid tissue, which includes the lymph nodes, spleen and other organs of the immune system. According to the National Cancer Registry’s 2024 data, non-Hodgkin lymphoma was the seventh most commonly diagnosed cancer among South African men and the eighth among women, with a combined total of 2 346 cases […]
Read morePublished: 6 September 2022
Updated: 22 September 2026
Categories: Types of cancer
Prostate Cancer
The lifetime risk for prostate cancer in men in South Africa, is 1 in 17, according to the 2024 National Cancer Registry. Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer globally and locally and showing significant increases. Infographic Slideshow PDF The prostate is a walnut-sized gland of the male reproductive system, located just below the […]
Read morePublished: 6 September 2022
Updated: 5 October 2026
Categories: Types of cancer
CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support group – 27 August 2022
CANSA Men Supporting Men Cancer Support group – 27 August 2022. Our speaker will be Michael Meredith (neuroendocrine lung cancer Survivor, trained counsellor and end of life doula…
Read morePublished: 25 August 2022
Updated: 29 August 2022
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Men's Health
Empowering Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) with Cancer: CANSA Free2Bme Service
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and CANSA is delighted to unveil an inspiring initiative aimed at making a significant impact in the lives of mid adolescents and young adults (AYA) between the ages of 13 and 25 who are facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. The CANSA Free2Bme programme is a beacon of hope and support tailored to meet the unique needs of young individuals on their cancer journey…
Read morePublished: 8 August 2022
Updated: 14 March 2024
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) – Myth vs Fact
HPV stands for human papillomavirus and is a very common virus. There are more than 100 strains of the virus, most of them do not cause cancer. Read more… About 7 in every 10 people will have HPV infection at some point in their lifetime. The virus lives on your skin and can be transmitted […]
Read morePublished: 5 August 2022
Updated: 19 March 2025
Categories: Cancer Myths, Men's Health, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Cervical Cancer – Myth vs Fact
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among Asian, Coloured and White women in South Africa, while it is the most common cancer among African women. Cervical cancer starts in the cervix, located at the lower part of the uterus (womb). When detected early, or in the pre-cancer stage, treatment can be highly successful. […]
Read morePublished: 5 August 2022
Updated: 5 August 2022
Categories: Cancer Myths, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Uterine (Uterus) Cancer
Cancer of the uterus, also as known as uterine cancer (endometrial or womb cancer) is the 6th most common cancer* affecting women in SA (when non-melanoma skin cancers are included in the top cancers). 1 in 129 women are at risk for being diagnosed with uterine cancer (NCR 2023). The most common form of this cancer […]
Read morePublished: 4 August 2022
Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: Types of cancer, Women's Health
Breast Cancer
Apart from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting South African women (all population groups combined) with a lifetime risk of 1 in 28 (National Cancer Registry 2024). Previously mostly diagnosed in women over 50yrs, breast cancer is now affecting more women in their 30s and late 20s. Both breast and […]
Read morePublished: 4 August 2022
Updated: 1 October 2026
Categories: Types of cancer, Women's Health
Spousal Caregiving & Burnout
Charmaine Stumke, shares her journey as caregiver to her husband Len…
Read morePublished: 24 July 2022
Updated: 28 July 2022
Categories: Caregiving and Cancer
