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No Woman Should Face Breast Cancer Alone

CancerAware

Sep 27, 2019
1 min

No Woman Should Face Breast Cancer Alone

The second edition of our #31DaysOfPINK Breast Cancer Campaign took place in October 2018. Throughout the month, we raised funds to support Breast Cancer treatment for no income and low income women in Nigeria. Below is our impact report. We have now commenced the 3rd edition of the campaign starting October 1, 2019 and its runs until the 31st of the month. We intend to support more indigent women going through Breast Cancer treatment in Nigeria. We thank everyone who was par

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CancerAware

Sep 12, 2019
1 min

PHOTOS: Cervical Cancer Conference 2019

Official photos from our #CervicalCancerConference2019 which took place last Wednesday in Lagos. Despite being a potentially preventable disease, Cervical Cancer remains, for several reasons, one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in Nigeria. To address this, we put together the 1st edition of the Cervical Cancer Conference 2019 with the theme "Towards Better Prevention and Detection of Cervical Cancer" Supported by the University College London Global Fundin

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List of Cancer Screening Centres (Nigeria)

CancerAware

Sep 6, 2019
6 min

List of Cancer Screening Centres (Nigeria)

We have put together a list of some diagnostic centres and medical facilities across Nigeria where Breast and Cervical screening tests ar...

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Everything you need to know about Cervical Cancer – Prevention, Symptoms & Risk Factors

CancerAware

Aug 13, 2019
3 min

Everything you need to know about Cervical Cancer – Prevention, Symptoms & Risk Factors

Cervical cancer is preventable, yet it is the 2nd most common cancer among women in Nigeria. We are running a campaign to educate Nigerians about cervical cancer, its risk factors, screening options, e.t.c. We have put together a Cervical Cancer Factsheet to address some of the common questions. What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops on the cervix of a woman. The cervix is the narrow part of the lower uterus, which is often referred to as

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CancerAware

Jun 18, 2019
2 min

What is chemoprevention?

Cancer begins when healthy cells change and grow uncontrollably. This forms a mass called a tumor. The process of a healthy cell becoming a cancerous one usually takes years. And many genetic, dietary, and lifestyle factors, such as smoking, may influence this process. Cancer chemoprevention uses substances to stop cancer from developing. These substances may be natural or made in a laboratory. A doctor uses chemoprevention to lower a person’s risk of developing cancer, espec

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CancerAware

May 12, 2019
1 min

How to do a Breast Self Examination

The video above outlines the simple steps for a Breast Self-Examination. Ladies, you should have a Breast Self- Examination at least once a month and a Clinical Breast Examination at least once a year. Screening mammograms are recommended once a year for women aged 40 and above. Remember, breast cancer is not a death sentence. Early detection saves lives. Video credits: Discovery for Me #Cancercharitynigeria #cancercharitylagos #cancercharityinnigeria #cancercharityinlagos #b

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CancerAware

Apr 2, 2019
1 min

Mammogram Reminder Tip

You can schedule your yearly mammogram around your birthday so it is easy to remember.⠀ Screening mammograms are recommended for women aged 40 and above.⠀ A mammogram is a low dose x-ray that allows doctors called radiologists to look for changes in breast tissue. A mammogram can often find or detect breast cancer early, when it is small and even before a lump can be felt.⠀⠀ A Screening mammogram is used to look for signs of breast cancer in women who don’t have any breast

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CancerAware

Mar 19, 2019
1 min

The Pink Pledge

Hundreds of women have already taken our Pink Pledge. ⠀ Ladies, reduce your risk of Breast Cancer. Click HERE to take the Pink Pledge. #ThePinkPledge #thepinkpledge #CancerAware #Breastcancerngoinlagos #Breastcancerngoinnigeria #Breastcancerngolagos #Breastcancerngonigeria

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CancerAware

Mar 15, 2019
1 min

HPV and Cervical Cancer

4 out of 5 people will be infected by HPV at some point in their lives. While some types of HPV may not have any symptoms and visible signs, there are a few that can harm us and our loved ones. ⠀ HPV is the main risk factor for cervical cancer in women. The good news is cervical cancer can be prevented.⠀ In fact, it is one of the most preventable cancers.⠀ The most common form of cervical cancer starts with precancerous changes on a woman’s cervix. ⠀ There are 2 ways t

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March 4: International HPV Awareness Day

CancerAware

Mar 4, 2019
2 min

March 4: International HPV Awareness Day

March 4 is International HPV Awareness Day. HPV can affect anyone. All races, nationalities, ages, genders. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from - we are all affected by HPV directly or indirectly, and we’re all at risk of being harmed by HPV and HPV related cancers. Many people with HPV have no visible signs and may still be at risk for getting cancer. HPV is a sexually transmitted infection. Condoms do not eliminate the risk of spread of HPV. Getting tested an

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CancerAware

Feb 18, 2019
1 min

Every Woman Counts

At CancerAware, we believe every woman should have access to vital information which could help her to prevent cancer or detect it at its earliest stages. ⠀ This is the focus of our work and we won't rest until every woman is educated and informed about breast and gynaecological cancers and the resources available to her for prevention and early diagnosis.⠀ #14000Reasons #31DaysofPINK #BreastCancer #breastcancerafrica #breastcancerawareness #breastCancercharityinlagos #brea

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CancerAware

Feb 14, 2019
2 min

What is a Biopsy?

Q: What is a biopsy?⠀ A: A biopsy is the removal of tissue from any part of the body to examine it for disease. Some may remove a small tissue sample with a needle while others may surgically remove a suspicious nodule or lump. While a biopsy may sound scary, it’s important to remember that most are entirely pain-free and low-risk procedures. Depending on your situation, a piece of skin, tissue, organ, or suspected tumor will be surgically removed and sent to a lab for testin

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CancerAware

Feb 11, 2019
1 min

CancerAware featured in The Guardian

Thank you The Guardian Nigeria for the feature of our Community Health outreach of Friday, 8th February 2019. A big thank you to all the women who braved the early morning rain on Friday to attend our first Community outreach of 2019 As at 8 a.m, we already had over 70 women present. This gladdens our heart as it shows more and more women are committed to their health. At the end of the day, 220 women were screened for Breast Cancer See full article HERE #breastcancer

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NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre Commissioned in Lagos

CancerAware

Feb 9, 2019
2 min

NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre Commissioned in Lagos

On Saturday the 9th of February 2019, the new NSIA – LUTH Cancer Treatment Centre was officially commissioned at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) entered into a partnership arrangement with the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) to co-sponsor the development of a world class Oncology centre. Construction of the centre began in March 2018 and a fully functional facility was completed within 9 months. The

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CancerAware

Feb 3, 2019
1 min

CancerAware at the 2019 Lagos Marathon

We had a great time at the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon earlier today where we raised awareness about Cancer. With over 100,000 attendees, this proved to be the biggest edition yet. Well done to Access Bank, Lagos state Government and other stakeholders! We were able to engage over 5000 runners and marathon goers with our brand, education, awareness and screening initiatives. Thanks to Access Bank Plc for the support. Kudos to the Leo Burnett Lagos team for volunteer

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World Cancer Day 2019 Community Health Outreach

CancerAware

Jan 29, 2019
1 min

World Cancer Day 2019 Community Health Outreach

To commemorate the 2019 International World Cancer Day, CancerAware in collaboration with the Association of Radiation and Clinical Oncologists of Nigeria (ARCON) and the Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) is having a free Community Breast Cancer Screening Outreach. Date: Friday, 8th February 2019 Time: 9 a.m to 2 p.m Venue: Old Children’s Emergency (Behind D Block) Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba, Surulere,

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Let's do more to prevent Cervical Cancer

CancerAware

Jan 27, 2019
1 min

Let's do more to prevent Cervical Cancer

Dr Abosede Lewu is a Gynaecologist and Public Health advocate. Here, she lends her voice to Cervical Cancer awareness in Nigeria by advocating for women to get screened. She had this to say; "As a Gynaecologist, seeing women with advanced cervical cancer is painful. It is an entirely preventable disease. Let us do better. All women should screen regularly."⠀ Ladies, you can prevent cervical cancer through regular screening. There are also vaccines which protect against the HP

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The HPV Vaccine protects against cervical cancer

CancerAware

Jan 24, 2019
2 min

The HPV Vaccine protects against cervical cancer

"Currently the disease kills 270,000 every year, but we can vaccinate against two strains of HPV, which together are responsible for 70% of all cervical cancer cases." Seth Berkeley C.E.O GAVI - The Vaccine Alliance Nigeria must as a matter of necessity introduce the HPV vaccine into its routine immunisation programme. Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in the country. What can you do? Lend your voice to this clarion call. Talk about it with your friends,

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CancerAware

Jan 24, 2019
1 min

The Human papillomavirus (HPV)

HPV or human papillomavirus is the main cause of cervical cancer in women. ⠀⠀ Both men and women can have HPV.⠀ Because HPV has no symptoms, it is hard to know if you or your partner is infected.⠀ Ladies prevent Cervical Cancer. #GetScreened today.⠀ Visit canceraware.org.ng to see screening centres nationwide. Don't Keep This To Yourself.⠀ Raise Awareness.⠀ Share with your friends.⠀ #Africanwomen #BreastCancer #breastcancerawareness #BreastCancerAwareness #breastcancercha

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CancerAware

Jan 22, 2019
2 min

February 4 - World Cancer Day

February 4. World Cancer Day. We are getting ready for the global event that takes place every year with the aim of uniting the world's population in the fight against Cancer. It aims to to save millions of preventable cancer deaths each year by raising awareness and educating about the disease. It encourages individuals and Governments across the world to take action. So, join us this February 4th and #TakeAction against cancer #WorldCancerDay #February4 #WeCanICan #CancerAw

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