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As Breast Cancer Awareness Month Rounds Off

Oct 30, 2019
1 min

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month Rounds Off

Beatrice (not her real name) felt a lump on her left breast one morning while taking a shower. She thought nothing of it. A few months later, she noticed the lump had grown bigger and she also now had upper back pain. Several tests later, she was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer. As a petty trader in Lagos, Beatrice had little resources for the treatment of her cancer. She thought of her two children and what would happen to them if she couldn't get timely treatment. Tha

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How a Trial Vaccine Helped Wipe Out a Woman's Breast Cancer in 7 months

Oct 30, 2019
3 min

How a Trial Vaccine Helped Wipe Out a Woman's Breast Cancer in 7 months

A woman in Florida is recovering well just months after undergoing a new trial vaccine for her breast cancer. . Lee Mercker was diagnosed with DCIS stage zero, a very early form of breast cancer, in March—news that came as a shock to her. “I was healthy,” she told Fox 35. “That’s why I was mad. I was stunned, and everyone around me was more mad and more stunned.” . Mercker was treated at the Mayo Clinic and given the option to join a new clinical trial for a vaccine that tar

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No Woman Should Face Breast Cancer Alone

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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List of Cancer Screening Centres (Nigeria)

Sep 6, 2019
4 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 are offered. Locations include cities in some parts of Nigeria. We are constantly updating this list with more centres. Telephone numbers are included to enable individuals make appointments and get other necessary information directly from the centres. . Lagos Broad Places Radiology 15 Babatunde Street off Ogunlana Drive Surulere, Lagos Mammo

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How to do a Breast Self Examination

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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Every Woman Counts

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 featured in The Guardian

Feb 11, 2019
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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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#14000Reasons Campaign

Feb 4, 2019
2 min

#14000Reasons Campaign

Around 14000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Nigeria. The Federal Government must as a matter of urgency introduce the HPV vaccination for girls. Abisola survived cervical cancer at age 27. She was very fortunate. Not many women diagnosed with cervical cancer in Nigeria live to tell the story. The Facts Around 14000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in Nigeria. It is the second most common cancer after breast cancer. The main risk factor

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CancerAware at the 2019 Lagos Marathon

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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Let's do more to prevent Cervical Cancer

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 Human papillomavirus (HPV)

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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February 4 - World Cancer Day

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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What Is HPV?

Jan 19, 2019
2 min

What Is HPV?

Cervical cancer is preventable yet it is the 2nd most common cancer in Nigeria. HPV or Human papillomavirus is the main cause of cervical cancer in women. What Is HPV campaign by CancerAware Nigeria is aimed at saving women’s lives from cervical cancer through prevention and early detection. To stay informed about about our free screenings in 2019 and also to learn about ways you can reduce your cancer risk, sign up at canceraware.org.ng/newsletter Don't Keep This To Yourself

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Cervical Health Month

Jan 7, 2019
2 min

Cervical Health 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. Join us this January as we cover the subject of Cervical Cancer extensively.⠀ Ladies, don't put it off this month, get your Cervical Screening test done. If you have any questions, kindly send us a direct message .⠀ Don't Keep This To Yourself⠀ Raise Awareness⠀ Share with your friends.⠀ #cervicalcancerawareness #cervica

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2019 Health Goals

Jan 7, 2019
2 min

2019 Health Goals

We hope you had a restful and refreshing break as we did over here. ⠀ Melody Beattie said, "The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We can help write that story by setting goals.” ⠀ So what better way to kick start the year than by discussing #Health goals?⠀ Many of us at the beginning of the year make plans - financial, spiritual, family, career, educational e.t.c. How many of us actually make plans for our health? We have this sho

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Universal Health Coverage Day

Dec 12, 2018
1 min

Universal Health Coverage Day

No one should have to choose between good health and other life necessities. Today, December 12 is the International Universal Health Coverage Day. The goal of Universal Health Coverage is to ensure that all people can access essential quality health services without facing financial hardship. UHC improves people's health, reduces poverty and fuels economic growth. Today aims to mobilize diverse stakeholders to call for stronger, more equitable health systems to achie

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CancerAware on Arise TV "The Morning Show"

Nov 18, 2018
1 min

CancerAware on Arise TV "The Morning Show"

We were on Arise TV "The Morning Show with Dr Nesochi on Saturday, 17th November 2018. Dr Nesochi Okeke - Igbokwe, is a New York based medical doctor who has been featured and quoted in numerous media outlets including CNN, BBC, Forbes, Vogue, Better Homes & Gardens, CBS News, Fox News, CNBCAfrica, Glamour, Reader’s Digest, Teen Vogue, InStyle, Self, Today, and more. Our lovely hosts were Biola Alabi, Veronica Odeka and Tundun Abiola. #EveryMonthIsPink #BreastCancerAwa

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CancerAware Voice and SMS Platform

Sep 19, 2018
1 min

CancerAware Voice and SMS Platform

Our innovative digital health messaging service delivers up-to-date, relevant and consistent health information directly to your mobile phones. The first of its kind Voice and SMS service on cancer in Nigeria.⠀ Since 2016 when we commenced the daily service, it has seen thousands of Nigerians from across the country signing up and benefiting from it. This means more Nigerians are better informed and educated about cancer. ⠀ To sign up, simply send a text message to the co

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