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Letter from Our Founder: 10 Years of CancerAware
A Reflection on the Past Decade As I reflect on the past decade, the first thing that comes to mind is gratitude. Gratitude to Our Beneficiaries Gratitude for our beneficiaries, the incredible women who have allowed us to walk beside them through their cancer journey and whose courage continues to inspire us at CancerAware. You are the heart of this mission. Your courage, resilience and unwavering spirit in the face of life’s toughest battles remind us why we do this work. Gr

CancerAware
Nov 12 min read


The CancerAware Story in Numbers
As we mark 10 years of CancerAware, we look back with gratitude at how far we have come. From our first #WeWearPink Breast Cancer Campaign in 2015 to reaching millions with our message, the last decade has been one of advocacy, action and impact. Below is a snapshot of our journey so far, told through the numbers that reflect lives touched, communities impacted and change created. Our Impact in Numbers 20,000: Women benefited from our free cancer prevention and early detecti

CancerAware
Nov 12 min read


Early Detection Saved My Life
"Early detection saved my life.” A powerful truth shared by all our survivors including Esther, Motunrayo and Angela, three incredible women whose treatment we supported and who are thriving today. Every story of survival is a story of hole. As we round up Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we celebrate their courage, resilience and the reminder that early detection truly saves lives. WATCH VIDEO #CancerAwareAt10Voices #CancerAware #ADecadeOfImpact #31DaysOfPINK #StoriesOfStreng

CancerAware
Nov 11 min read


A Decade of Impact: The Ripple Effect of Every Woman Reached
In every woman we reach, there is a world of difference made; a life touched, a family strengthened, a community inspired. At CancerAware, we have seen firsthand how one woman’s empowerment can ignite a ripple effect that transforms entire communities. When a woman gains access to the right information, screening and care, she not only safeguards her own health but becomes an advocate for others, friends, sisters, mothers and daughters. Over the past 10 years, this ripple ha

CancerAware
Oct 271 min read


Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025
#CancerAwareAt10 Breast cancer is the 2nd most diagnosed cancer worldwide. Every 50 seconds, somewhere in the world, a woman dies from...

CancerAware
Oct 21 min read


A Cervical Cancer Free Future is Possible
Together we can create a cervical cancer free future. #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth WATCH VIDEO Video Credits: World Health Organisation

CancerAware
Jan 201 min read


January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Almost 99% of all cervical cancer cases are linked to infection with high- risk human papilomaviruses (HPV). When diagnosed at the local...

CancerAware
Jan 161 min read


The Emotional Impact of a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
A breast cancer diagnosis can be a very emotional experience. It is important to reach out for support from family, friends and a support...

CancerAware
Oct 12, 20241 min read


Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024
No woman should face breast cancer alone. We are in this together and here to support you every step of the way. We encourage everyone...

CancerAware
Oct 2, 20241 min read


The Patient Navigation Service
Don't Navigate Cancer Alone Navigating through cancer treatment can be overwhelming, but remember, you're never alone. Our Patient...

CancerAware
Jun 20, 20241 min read


Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Cervical cancer is preventable, yet it is the 2nd most common cancer among women in Nigeria.⠀ We have kicked off Cervical Health Month at...

CancerAware
Jan 11, 20241 min read


Every Month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer awareness should not be limited to October. Because breast cancer happens everyday. At CancerAware, we are on a year-round...

CancerAware
Nov 2, 20232 min read


Join the fight against Breast Cancer
There are many ways to get involved in our work to fight breast cancer. Donate: Your contribution can help us provide vital support to...

CancerAware
Oct 29, 20231 min read


Join the fight
We can all play a role in the fight against breast cancer. Here are some ways you can get involved: Learn about breast cancer symptoms....

CancerAware
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Breast Cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in the world
Did you know that breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer across the globe? Let us stand together and raise awareness. Our...

CancerAware
Oct 4, 20231 min read


No Woman Should Face Breast Cancer Alone
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth No woman should face breast cancer alone. We are in this together and here to support you every step of the...

CancerAware
Oct 3, 20231 min read


Standing Strong Together
To all the incredible women bravely facing a gynaecological cancer diagnosis, we want you to know that you are not alone. Your strength...

CancerAware
Sep 20, 20231 min read


World No Tobacco Day
Today is World #NoTobacco Day. Tobacco smoking is linked to at least 16 different types of cancer including lung cancer.⠀ Also,...

CancerAware
May 31, 20231 min read


Global Declaration to Eliminate Cervical Cancer
illions of girls and women don’t have access to vaccines against HPV or screening and treatment services for cervical cancer. We can and...

CancerAware
May 16, 20231 min read


Support Khadija's Treatment
Khadija's chemotherapy costs N204,000.00 (Two Hundred and Four Thousand Naira) $272 (Two Hundred and Seventy Two USD) per cycle. She...

CancerAware
May 14, 20231 min read
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