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Celebrating Giving Tuesday at CancerAware
Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day that honours generosity, kindness and the spirit of giving. Observed on the Tuesday following the major shopping events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday marks the official start of the charitable season, when many people choose to support the causes they care about. At CancerAware, we have always embraced this special day. Each year, we pause to reflect on the support, encouragement, and partnership we receive from our com

CancerAware
Dec 2, 20251 min read


Breast Cancer Awareness Should Not be Limited to October
Breast cancer doesn’t happen only in October, it happens every single day. That is why at CancerAware, our mission goes far beyond Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We are committed to educating, supporting and empowering women all year long. Even though #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth has ended, the work continues because awareness saves lives. Below are 3 key steps every woman (and man) should keep in mind to stay informed, proactive and health-aware. 1. REGULAR HEALTH CHECKS ✅ La

CancerAware
Nov 6, 20252 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 27, 20251 min read


World Ovarian Cancer Day 2025 – No Woman Left Behind
Today, May 8, marks World Ovarian Cancer Day with the powerful theme: No Woman Left Behind. But unless we act decisively, millions will...

CancerAware
May 8, 20251 min read


World Cancer Day 2025 - United by Unique
Today, February 4 is World Cancer Day. This year's theme is #UnitedByUnique Nearly everyone knows someone who was, is or will be directly...

CancerAware
Feb 4, 20251 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 20, 20251 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 16, 20251 min read


Welcome to 2025
Happy new year, everyone! May 2025 bring you brighter days, good health, peace and prosperity. From all of us @ CancerAware #HappyNewYear...

CancerAware
Jan 2, 20251 min read


World Health Day 2024: My Health, My Right.
Today, April 7 is World Health Day. The theme for this year is 'My health, my right’. Around the world, the right to health of millions...

CancerAware
Apr 7, 20241 min read


World Cancer Day at the One Stop Breast Clinic
World Cancer Day at the One Stop Breast Clinic. Join us for an interactive event for survivors, patients, caregivers, cancer advocates...

CancerAware
Feb 6, 20241 min read


Cervical Screening Tests
The goal of cervical screening tests is to find pre-cancers when it is more treatable and curable. Regular screening can help prevent...

CancerAware
Jan 16, 20241 min read


Cervical Screening Test Results
You have finally heeded the call and got your cervical screening test done. You get your results and it says “Abnormal test result." You...

CancerAware
Jan 12, 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


The Adenike Abayomi Okeowo Foundation's Annual Donation to CancerAware
Last weekend, we got to spend time with the Adenike Abayomi Okeowo Foundation as they made their annual donation to our Patient Support...

CancerAware
Dec 31, 20231 min read


Dense Breasts
Ladies, have you ever heard of the term "Dense Breasts"? Dense breast tissue is quite common; in fact about half of all women have it. It...

CancerAware
Oct 27, 20231 min read


Oncologists are Cancer Doctors
When you have a toothache, you see a dentist. When you have an eye problem, you see an ophthalmologist. So why would you treat cancer...

CancerAware
Oct 26, 20231 min read


October To Do List
Here is your October 2023 breast cancer awareness to-do list: 1. Learn the symptoms of breast cancer. 2. Schedule your breast screening...

CancerAware
Oct 5, 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


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


Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Abnormal vaginal bleeding can be a sign of 4 of the 5 Gynaecological cancers: WOMB | CEVICAL | VAGINAL | OVARIAN Abnormal vaginal...

CancerAware
Sep 11, 20231 min read
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