Reduce Cancer Risk

Video: PEP & CANSA Dry & Detect Towel Initiative to Boost Breast Self-Exam Education

Video: PEP & CANSA Dry & Detect Towel Initiative to Boost Breast Self-Exam Education

Published: 15 July 2025
Updated: 22 May 2026
Categories: CANSA Videos, Women's Health

CANSA Partners with Paramount to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness

CANSA is excited to announce a new partnership with Paramount to broadcast a Public Service Announcement (PSA) aimed at raising awareness around breast cancer and educating women on how to lower their cancer risk. This vital campaign highlights the importance of early detection, which can save lives.

Published: 13 July 2025
Updated: 22 May 2026
Categories: CANSA Videos, Women's Health

Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Workplace Wellness

Tune in to our latest episode of CANSA on the Couch – this episode is a must-watch for HR teams, managers, employees — and anyone who cares about creating healthier, more supportive work environments. In this powerful conversation, we unpack the importance of workplace wellness and support for employees affected by cancer…

Published: 3 July 2025
Updated: 3 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health

CANSA Brings Health Experts and Services to the Workplace

Most people are reluctant to seek proactive medical advice due to a complex interplay of social, cultural, psychological, and systemic factors. Practical barriers such as having to take off from work, long waiting times, limited access to healthcare providers, are some of the factors.  As Corporate Wellness Week (1 to 5 July) approaches, it is an excellent time to come up with solutions to this challenge. CANSA has developed a comprehensive employee wellness programme that brings general health and cancer screening, as well as health-boosting advice into the workplace…

Published: 2 July 2025
Updated: 17 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health

Updates to the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill Workshop

CANSA hosted an impactful workshop on Saturday, 29 March 2025 at the Premier Hotel in Cape Town, focusing on the Updates to the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill. Our expert guest speakers captivated attendees with valuable insights and information, sparking engaging discussions. The interactive audience raised important questions, contributing to a dynamic and informative session.

Published: 30 June 2025
Updated: 22 May 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Videos, No-Tobacco Campaign, Reduce Cancer Risk

KANSA bring gesondheidskundiges en -dienste na die werkplek

Die meeste mense is huiwerig om proaktiewe mediese advies in te win as gevolg van ‘n komplekse wisselwerking van sosiale, kulturele, sielkundige en sistemiese faktore. Praktiese hindernisse soos om tyd van die werk af te neem, lang wagtye en beperkte toegang tot gesondheidsorgverskaffers, is van die faktore. Namate die Korporatiewe Welstandsweek (1 tot 5 Julie) nader kom, is dit ‘n uitstekende tyd om met oplossings vir hierdie uitdaging vorendag te kom.

Published: 24 June 2025
Updated: 24 June 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Screening & Cancer Control, Women's Health

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.

Published: 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…

Published: 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

CANSA Relate Bracelet

Order CANSA Relate bracelets in bulk to support early detection of breast cancer…

Published: 6 June 2025
Updated: 26 May 2026
Categories: Fundraising Events & Projects, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Women's Health

Vaping is Not a Safe Form of Smoking for Youngsters (or Adults) Warns CANSA

As the world marks World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, CANSA is calling out the tobacco industry for deliberately marketing vaping products to teenagers and younger children. And one day earlier, CANSA will be walking with South African youth to draw attention to this alarming trend…

Published: 20 May 2025
Updated: 29 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Environment, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, No-Tobacco Campaign, 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.

Published: 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.

Published: 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

Podcast – The Truth About Emerging Tobacco Products – On the CANSA Couch

In the first episode of our Tobacco Control Series with On The CANSA Couch, we uncover the hidden dangers of new and emerging tobacco products.

Published: 21 February 2025
Categories: No-Tobacco Campaign, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts

CANSA Welcomes Solar Buddies as a Cause-Related Marketing Partner

CANSA is excited to partner with Solar Buddies, an award-winning, child-friendly sunscreen applicator designed to make sun protection easier and more accessible.

Published: 10 February 2025
Updated: 11 May 2026
Categories: Fundraising Events & Projects, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Reduce Cancer Risk, SunSmart

World Cancer Day Campaign ‘United by Unique’ – Posters 2025

World Cancer Day 2025 Posters ‘United by Unique’…

Published: 27 January 2025
Updated: 27 January 2026
Categories: World Cancer Day - 4 Feb

Video – World Cancer Day ‘United by Unique’

Published: 23 January 2025
Updated: 22 May 2026
Categories: World Cancer Day - 4 Feb

2025 – World Cancer Day Campaign – Year One: ‘United by Unique’ 

2025 – World Cancer Day is marked every year on 4 February and highlighted by CANSA. Led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), the new global World Cancer Day campaign theme, 2025-2027 is ‘United by Unique’ calling for a fundamental shift in cancer care and health systems worldwide towards a people-centred approach.   The campaign recognises that every experience with cancer is unique, and everyone has unique needs, perspectives, and a story to tell; yet, people touched by cancer are united in a shared ambition to see governments implement policies to improve cancer prevention, deliver health systems which treat patients with cancer effectively and successfully, resulting in more people surviving their cancer and leading long and healthier lives…   

Published: 22 January 2025
Updated: 27 January 2026
Categories: World Cancer Day - 4 Feb

Give Back on #GivingTuesday with CANSA’s eShop  

CANSA is excited to announce the launch of its CANSA online store or eShop that coincides with Giving Tuesday, which falls on 3 December this year. Purchasing a gift this festive season on CANSA’s eShop store doubles up as a ‘gift’ for the association and the people it supports. With more than 30 items to choose from, ranging from CANSA mugs, headwear, socks, running and cycling gear, shopping bags to sunhats for little ones, gift givers are spoilt for choice…

Published: 2 December 2024
Updated: 23 January 2025
Categories: CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health

CANSA Awarded Outstanding Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign Award by UICC

In recognition of CANSA’s breast awareness campaign, dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer during October and throughout the year, CANSA was awarded the Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign Award by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)…

Published: 28 November 2024
Updated: 12 May 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA - Who We Are, 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.

Published: 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

Cancer Webinar Series – Skin Cancer: Melanoma (19 November 2024)

Join us on Tuesday, 19 November 2024 from 09 00 – 11 30, for a webinar discussing skin cancer, and in particular Melanoma…

Published: 12 November 2024
Updated: 21 November 2024
Categories: Advocacy, Men's Health, SunSmart, Women's Health