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Your Wellness Matters
Your Wellness Matters is a free community newspaper focused on health and wellness promotion. Our goal is to provide our readers with access to credible, preventative health and wellness information inclusive of, but not limited to physical, mental, nutritional, emotional, financial, educational and social wellness. We are proud to be a media partner of the CANSA organisation.
PurpleMoss Media Provides Coverage for CANSA
CANSA thanks PurpleMoss Media for the coverage they provide for CANSA at SPAR Pharmacies…
Buddies for Life / Oncology Buddies
Buddies for Life delivers lifestyle-orientated online content in an appealing, uplifting format to breast cancer Survivors.
Oncology Buddies (included in each Buddies for Life publication) caters for other cancer awareness and the various support groups. The focus is on awareness, education and support.
CANSA contributes articles to Buddies for Life / Oncology Buddies emagazine.
Nutri-Reset Digital Publication
CANSA contributes articles to the Nutri-Reset emagazine.
Mzanzihealth
Mzanzihealth online magazine covers the entire gamut of health-related issues, activities, experiences, products and more.
CANSA contributes articles to this magazine.
Queries CANSA
For more information, please contact Lucy Balona, Head Marketing & Communication CANSA – email: lbalona@cansa.org.za or tel: 011-616 7662. Alternately, phone the CANSA Help Desk toll free on 0800 22 66 22 or email us at info@cansa.org.za
The True Cost of Tobacco
The theme for World No Tobacco Day for 2023 is “We Need Food Not Tobacco”. The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) wholeheartedly supports the World Health Organisation (WHO) campaign to create awareness around the negative consequences of tobacco farming and use of tobacco. Government and policy makers are encouraged to motivate the advantages of substitution of tobacco with nutritious and sustainable alternative crops, making resources available to local tobacco farmers who wish to switch crops.
Read morePublished: 1 Jun 2023
Updated: 1 Jun 2023
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, Media Releases & News, No-Tobacco Campaign
Die Ware Prys van Tabak
Die tema vir Wêreld Geen Tabakdag 2023 is “Ons benodig kos in plaas van tabak.” Die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) ondersteun die Wêreld Gesondheidsorganisasie (WGO) se veldtog om bewusmaking te skep rondom die negatiewe gevolge van tabakboerdery en die gebruik van tabak ten volle. Die regering en beleidsvormers word aangemoedig om die voordele om tabak met voedsame en volhoubare alternatiewe gewasse te vervang te bevorder, en om hulpbronne vir plaaslike tabakboere wie na gewasse wil oorskakel, beskikbaar te maak…
Read morePublished: 30 May 2023
Updated: 30 May 2023
Categories: Media Releases & News
Melanoma Ranks in Top Five Cancers
In May, awareness is placed on Melanoma, currently ranking the fifth most prevalent cancer in men and sixth most prevalent among women in South Africa, according to the National Cancer Registry (2019). The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) reminds South Africans to protect themselves from overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays that are the main cause of skin cancer and to be aware that people of all skin tones (light to dark) can be diagnosed with skin cancer.
Read morePublished: 25 May 2023
Updated: 26 May 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, Screening & Cancer Control, SunSmart, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Towards Freedom from Tobacco and Nicotine – the Tobacco Control Bill
This Freedom Day advocates of tobacco control are highlighting the power of the law to protect our rights to freedom and health, while calling for the passing of new legislation to free South Africa from addiction and other harms associated with the use of tobacco and related products including e-cigarettes. “As we commemorate our first democratic elections, let’s celebrate the power of good governance and law to change lives for the better and protect our future. We believe in creating a tobacco-free and nicotine-free South Africa. The Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill, currently in parliament, will help us do that,” says Dr Sharon Nyatsanza, Deputy Director of the National Council Against Smoking (NCAS). Show your support for a tobacco-free and nicotine-free South Africa this Freedom Day by visiting www.protectournext.co.za and pledging your support for the Bill. Let’s pass the Bill in 2023!
Read morePublished: 26 Apr 2023
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, No-Tobacco Campaign, Women's Health
Wêreld Gesondheidsdag –Let op tekens van jou kolon
English Media Release KANSA beklemtoon die belangrikheid van kolorektale gesondheid op Wêreld Gesondheidsdag (7 April). Kolorektale kanker is onder die top drie kankers vir mans en vroue, volgens die Nasionale Kankerregister (2019). Kolorektale kanker was vroeër met ouer volwassenes geassosieer, maar jonger volwassenes word deesdae meer gereeld hiermee gediagnoseer. KANSA is ten gunste van gereelde […]
Read morePublished: 4 Apr 2023
Updated: 12 Apr 2023
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
World Health Day – Listen to Your Gut
CANSA emphasises the importance of colorectal health on World Health Day (7 April). Colorectal cancer, is among the top three for men and women in South Africa according to the National Cancer Register (2019). Previously colorectal cancer was associated with older adults, however younger adults are being diagnosed more frequently. CANSA promotes regular cancer screening, especially if there is a family history of colorectal cancer, or if any warning signs present to investigate this by making an appointment with a medical health practitioner and take steps to lower the personal cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 29 Mar 2023
Updated: 12 Apr 2023
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Highlights, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer, Women's Health
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…
Read morePublished: 13 Mar 2023
Updated: 17 Mar 2023
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Gauteng, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women'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…
Read morePublished: 2 Mar 2023
Updated: 30 May 2023
Categories: Advocacy, Media Releases & News, Women'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…
Read morePublished: 19 Feb 2023
Updated: 14 Mar 2023
Categories: CANSA Eastern Cape, CANSA Free State, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Limpopo, CANSA Mpumalanga, CANSA North West, CANSA Northern Cape, CANSA Western Cape, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
Take Action for World Cancer Day
2023 – CANSA and Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) places the spotlight on World Cancer Day (4 February) and challenges individuals to lower their personal cancer risk through healthy living. The focus is on smart eating and drinking, participating in regular physical activity like the ‘World Cancer Day 5k Challenge’ and avoiding known cancer-causing agents such as alcohol and tobacco…
Read morePublished: 23 Jan 2023
Updated: 7 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA Eastern Cape, CANSA Free State, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Limpopo, CANSA Mpumalanga, CANSA North West, CANSA Northern Cape, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Western Cape, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
Neem Aksie vir Wêreld Kankerdag
English Media Release 18 Januarie 2023 – KANSA en die Unie vir Internasionale Kankerbeheer (UICC) plaas die kollig op Wêreld Kankerdag op 4 Februarie. Die fokus is op slim eet en drink, die deelname aan gereelde fisiese aktiwiteite soos die ‘Wêreld Kankerdag 5K-uitdaging’ en die vermy van produkte wat kanker veroorsaak soos alkohol en tabak. #CloseTheCareGap […]
Read morePublished: 23 Jan 2023
Updated: 3 Feb 2023
Categories: Media Releases & News
How Global & Local Partnership Achieve Life-saving Aims of UHC Day
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 41 million people each year die of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), equivalent to 74% of all deaths globally. Each year, 17 million people die from an NCD before age 70; 86% of these premature deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. It’s a global crisis that must be addressed. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day, held annually on 12 December, is a day on which advocates worldwide mobilise to bring awareness to the significance of accessible and affordable health care.
Read morePublished: 10 Dec 2022
Updated: 23 Jan 2023
Categories: Advocacy, Media Releases & News
Help Needed For CANSA Volunteers
Can you help? We would love to be able to provide our volunteers with the tools they need to operate within their communities – be it with a laptop, smartphone, training and upskilling on computer software and social media platforms or assistance with mobile data so that they can, optimally, continue with their work for CANSA. We’re operating with a business model that relies on technology and it’s important for volunteers to be able to attend meetings, training, and supervision sessions online. So, we appeal to the public and corporates and invite them to show their community spirit by helping us with donations and sponsorships of these items to keep our volunteers active in the communities where they work…
Read morePublished: 1 Dec 2022
Updated: 7 Feb 2023
Categories: CANSA Eastern Cape, CANSA Free State, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Limpopo, CANSA Mpumalanga, CANSA North West, CANSA Northern Cape, CANSA Western Cape, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
New CANSA Digital Fundraising Initiative for Giving Tuesday
Businesses supporting I’m Alive! can promote their products and services at no cost by offering a discount voucher as part of the CANSA I’m Alive! subscription. It’s a unique opportunity for businesses to secure sponsored content while gaining brand equity and meeting their Sustainable Development Goals when donating towards this valuable cause…
Read morePublished: 28 Nov 2022
Updated: 23 Jan 2023
Categories: Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners
Nia Africa Awarded CANSA Seal of Recognition
24 November 2022 – The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) is proud to announce its latest CANSA Seal of Recognition partner, Nia Africa, under the CANSA Smart Choice Physical Activity category. This holistic movement practice conditions the body, mind, and emotions through a blend of dance, martial arts, and healing arts encouraging a holistic, and […]
Read morePublished: 22 Nov 2022
Updated: 23 Nov 2022
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Physical Activity Category, Media Releases & News
Vroeë Opsporing Speel ’n Belangrike Rol
English Media Release Gesondheidsbewustheidsmaand vir mans word wêreldwyd in November erken, met 19 November wat as die Internasionale dag vir Mans gevier word. Hierdie dag erken die positiewe waarde wat mans tot hul families en gemeenskappe bydra en skep bewustheid van mans se gesondheid en welstand. Die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) plaas die kollig op die […]
Read morePublished: 14 Nov 2022
Categories: Media Releases & News, Men's Health
Early Detection Plays Key Role
Men’s Health Awareness month is recognised globally in November, with 19 November celebrated as International Men’s Day – a day recognising the positive value men bring to their families and communities and raise awareness with a focus on men’s health and wellbeing. CANSA highlights the importance of the top five leading cancers affecting men in South Africa and urges men to go for regular check-ups, not only during November, but throughout the year…
Read morePublished: 3 Nov 2022
Updated: 30 May 2023
Categories: Media Releases & News, Men's Health
Vodacom Bulls take on Cell C Sharks in Massive #GetYourPinkOn Clash – 30 October 2022
On Sunday 30 October 2022, the Vodacom Bulls as part their 10th year anniversary celebrate with Puma, their technical sponsor, and will host the third edition of the #GetYourPinkOn campaign. This one promises to be bigger and better than the previous two. With the support and full backing of Vodacom as well as the official broadcaster SuperSport, the Vodacom Bulls will stand united in the fight against breast cancer and support CANSA’s service to those affected by cancer… – GO PINK with the Vodacom Bulls and benefit from CANSA screening at the event, and get your hair sprayed PINK!….
Read morePublished: 27 Oct 2022
Updated: 1 Nov 2022
Categories: CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Women's Health
Breast Cancer Screening can Save Lives
Breast and cervical cancer have been identified as a national priority with increasing incidences occurring and CANSA urges women to go for annual health check-ups and screening to detect cancer early. Apart from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in South Africa with a lifetime risk of 1 in 27, according to the 2019 National Cancer Registry (NCR). There is growing concern that most women present with late-stage cancers, which makes for a difficult prognosis…
Read morePublished: 17 Oct 2022
Updated: 30 May 2023
Categories: Media Releases & News, Women's Health
Borskanker Siftingstoetse kan Lewens Red
English Media Release Met toenemende gevalle is bors- en servikskanker as ’n nasionale prioriteit geïdentifiseer en KANSA moedig vroue aan om vir jaarlikse gesondheidsondersoeke en siftingstoetse te gaan om kanker vroeg op te spoor. Buiten nie-melanoom velkanker, is borskanker die mees algemene kanker wat vroue in Suid-Afrika affekteer met ’n leeftydsrisiko van 1 in 27, […]
Read morePublished: 6 Oct 2022
Categories: Media Releases & News
Daredevil Run – Bigger, Braver and Back in September 2022
Hollard has announced that the 2022 Daredevil Run will take place on Friday, 30 September. This annual event features men and boys, dressed only in purple speedos, running through the streets of Johannesburg during rush hour. The event has not only raised many an eyebrow over the past 12 years but has also played an enormous role in raising awareness about testicular and prostate cancers. Men and boys from every corner of South Africa will be able to participate in their own neighborhoods, while the much-loved Gauteng-based event returns to Zoo Lake…
Read morePublished: 30 Sep 2022
Updated: 3 Oct 2022
Categories: CANSA Eastern Cape, CANSA Free State, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Limpopo, CANSA Mpumalanga, CANSA North West, CANSA Northern Cape, CANSA Western Cape, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health
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