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CANSA’s Seal of Recognition
Knowledge for Life: CANSA Unveils Podcast Series For #GivingTuesday
In a significant step towards community education, CANSA introduces a podcast series sharing helpful insights into lowering the cancer risk and care. This initiative underlines CANSA’s commitment to educating the public with knowledge that can make a difference in the fight against cancer…
Read morePublished: 28 November 2023
Updated: 28 November 2023
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, About Cancer, Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Caregiving and Cancer, Environment, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, No Alcohol, No-Tobacco Campaign, Our Corporate Social Investment Partners, SunSmart, Women's Health, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
CANSA withdraws Smart Choice Seal from two sunscreens
CANSA announces that it is withdrawing its Smart Choice Seal from the Kool-a-Chem range of sunscreens currently carrying the CANSA trademark, as of November 2023. This is due to non-compliance and contravention of the license agreement, following random laboratory tests carried out by CANSA.
Read morePublished: 13 November 2023
Updated: 14 November 2023
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, Media Releases & News, SunSmart
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: 31 October 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Screening & Cancer Control, SunSmart, Types of cancer, Women's Health
Choose Your Cooking Oil Wisely
Article written by Megan Pentz-Kluyts, CANSA Nutrition and Dietetics consultant Walking down the supermarket aisle and seeing the rows of shelves packed with different kinds of cooking oils, can make for a daunting task in how to choose the oils that help better support you and your family’s health. Diet has become one of the […]
Read morePublished: 7 March 2023
Updated: 7 March 2023
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category
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 November 2022
Updated: 23 November 2022
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Physical Activity Category, Media Releases & News
Ocean Freedom Sunscreen Gets Thumbs Up For CANSA Seal
Ocean Freedom mineral sunscreens have been awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition denoting it as a ‘CANSA Smart Choice’ product for cancer risk reduction…
Read morePublished: 13 September 2022
Updated: 30 September 2022
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, SunSmart
Sunscreen root4 Receives CANSA Seal of Recognition
CANSA welcomes its latest CANSA Seal of Recognition partner, root4 3D Defence SPF50 Mineral Sunscreen, under their Protection category. root4 is the perfect addition to the CANSA Smart Choice family as it not only meets national and international sun protection standards, but it’s also safe for the environment…
Read morePublished: 12 September 2022
Updated: 30 September 2022
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, SunSmart
Cape Fynbos Tea Adds Honeybush to South Africa’s Growing Herbal Tea Industry
31 August 2022 – Within a year of launching its first fynbos tea range, a start-up called Cape Fynbos Tea has already captured the interest of the wellness industry – including Faithful to Nature and the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) – affirming the interest in the tea market for the medicinal properties of South […]
Read morePublished: 31 August 2022
Updated: 1 September 2022
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition
bounti Gets the CANSA Seal of Recognition
Pioneering rebounding brand, bounti, has received the highly sought-after Seal of Recognition by CANSA, a leader in the fight against cancer in SA, since 1931. The purpose of CANSA is to offer a unique, integrated service to the public and to all people affected by cancer. The CANSA Seal was introduced to encourage South Africans to read product labels and to assist them in making informed choices – the aim being to promote smart, balanced lifestyles and to encourage people to make a proactive effort in reducing their cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 7 April 2022
Updated: 19 May 2022
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
Freya Hats Awarded CANSA Seal of Recognition
Freya Hats is a perfect fit to receive the CANSA Seal of Recognition (Protection Category). Local, handmade, and sustainable, the hats also comply with international safety standards regarding sun protection properties and are available for men, women, and children, receiving the endorsement from CANSA…
Read morePublished: 22 October 2021
Updated: 3 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, Media Releases & News, SunSmart
Videos: Healthy Recipes by Be-well CANSA Seal of Recognition Partner
Healthy recipes by Be-well, CANSA Seal of Recognition partner: Poached Aubergine Fish Curry Recipe Poached Aubergine and Fish* Curry A super hearty and delicious meal, packed with anti-inflammatory superfoods. Omega-3 from B-well Canola Oil and the fatty fish, poached with fibre-rich aubergine in a spice-infused tomato. *Vegan option available below Serves: 4 Time: 45 min […]
Read morePublished: 12 August 2021
Updated: 14 April 2022
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition
CANSA Asks – Do You Read Labels on Food Products and Other Items?
CANSA marks 90 years in August and as part of the celebrations, is proud to announce that its Seal of Recognition Programme is revitalised to further benefit consumers by helping to educate them to make smart, informed choices when purchasing products and to help lower cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 11 August 2021
Updated: 4 October 2021
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Media Releases & News
Revitalising the CANSA Seal of Recognition Programme
As part of CANSA’s 90th birthday, we are revitalising our Seal of Recognition as well as introducing our new category, Physical Activity….
Read morePublished: 11 August 2021
Updated: 30 September 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA's Seal of Recognition
Webinar – What the CANSA Seal of Recognition Can Offer You
An information session was hosted about our CANSA Seal of Recognition Smart Choice programme and to find out how to lower the cancer risk. The programme has been revitalised to further benefit you by helping to educate to make smart, informed choices when purchasing products and to help lower cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 5 August 2021
Updated: 13 August 2021
Categories: CANSA Webinars, CANSA's Seal of Recognition
ZZ2 100% Romanita Tomato Juice awarded CANSA Seal of Recognition
ZZ2 100% Romanita Tomato Juice has been awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition denoting it as a CANSA Smart Choice food product for cancer risk reduction. #LowerCancerRisk #CANSASmart Choice #ZZ2Tomatoes
Read morePublished: 2 November 2020
Updated: 15 March 2021
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category
ReboundSA awarded as CANSA Smart Choice
CANSA announces that ReboundSA products, programmes and courses have been awarded the prestigious CANSA Smart Choice Seal of Approval, for use as part of a balanced lifestyle to lower your risk of cancer. Research shows that an increase in physical activity reduces the risk of developing several types of cancer including breast, bladder colorectal, endometrial (uterine), throat kidney and stomach.[1-14]. #LowerCancerRisk #CANSASmart Choice #ReboundSA
Read morePublished: 20 October 2020
Updated: 10 March 2021
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Health Programmes Category
Rugani 100% Vegetable Juices awarded CANSA Seal of Recognition
Rugani Vegetable juices have been awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition signifying these juices as a CANSA Smart Choice. Owing to the innovative extraction processes and packaging, no additives (sugar, preservatives or colourants) are used in the production of Rugani’s juices and provide nutrients that may aid in reducing the risk of cancer.
Read morePublished: 8 July 2020
Updated: 30 April 2021
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Media Releases & News
Vergezocht High Oleic Oil Awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition
14 April 2020 – Vergezocht High Oleic Sunflower Oil has been awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition marking it as a CANSA Smart Choice product. Their range of high oleic sunflower oil products comply with CANSA’s evidence-based requirements and is recommended as part of a nutritious, balanced diet to reduce the risk of developing cancer. […]
Read morePublished: 22 April 2020
Updated: 11 March 2021
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category
Compassionhat Partners with CANSA
4 February 2020 – Compassionhat, headwear designed specifically for cancer Survivors, was awarded the CANSA Seal of Recognition status as a CANSA Smart Choice product aimed at improving quality of life and dignity. Sue Richards, owner of Compassionhats, says, “The loss of hair, a side effect of chemotherapy, can be traumatic for cancer patients leading […]
Read morePublished: 6 February 2020
Updated: 11 March 2021
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Patient Care, I have Cancer
Cookbook Can Help Reduce Your Cancer Risk
The Smart Choice Cookbook with CANSA and B-well is a collection of recipes that focuses on cancer risk reduction. All the recipes were developed in consultation with CANSA’s consulting dietitian Megan Pentz-Kluyts, who is renowned for her knowledge on the role of nutrition in helping to lower the risk of cancer.
Read morePublished: 18 March 2019
Updated: 14 April 2022
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Dietary Tips
Infinity Care Partnership Improving Quality of Life & Dignity for Cancer Survivors
Infinity Care is a nappy brand is the first of its kind in the industry to have been awarded the CANSA Smart Choice Seal by CANSA, which has deemed products to be free of all known carcinogens and / or hormone disruptors. Products are available at CANSA’s Care Centres countrywide from 1st July 2019.
Read morePublished: 21 January 2019
Updated: 8 June 2020
Categories: CANSA Care Centres, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Patient Care, I have Cancer
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