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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Cancer Prevention

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C.A.N Is Raising Awareness On Colorectal Cancer

March is recognized as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer. Although comprehensive data for this kind of cancer locally is limited, the Cancer Association can confirm that it is currently the sixth most diagnosed cancer in our country. Chief Executive of C.A.N, Rolf Hansen.  

todayMarch 5, 2025 37

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Namibia

Onandjokwe District Hospital Launches Cervical Cancer Screening Campaign

  In the ongoing fight against cervical cancer, Onandjokwe District Hospital has launched a screening awareness campaign, running from Monday until February 3rd. The hospital invites all women to visit their clinic for free screening. Festus Amwaalwa, the nurse in charge of the Cancer Clinic, encourages all eligible women to take part in this vital initiative.  

todayJanuary 22, 2025 27

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Rising Cancer Diagnoses Demand Urgent Action in Africa

Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association, highlighted the concerning increase in cancer diagnoses worldwide, especially in low and middle-income countries. He emphasized the substantial influence of lifestyle changes on cancer trends and called for urgent investments in cancer control and treatment throughout Africa.  

todayOctober 29, 2024 47

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Namibia Sees Over 400 Annual Breast Cancer Cases, Says Oncologist

Oncologist Dr. Laina Iyambo reported that locally records indicate over 400 cases of breast cancer each year. One Africa TV reports that she shared this statistic while speaking to aspiring female medical students in Windhoek at the fifth edition of the Hermosa Mimosa Initiative. Founded by Dr. Julita-Kitwe, the Hermosa Mimosa Initiative provides a platform for medical professionals to impart critical health information and insights.

todayOctober 29, 2024 41

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Africa records nearly 1 million new cancer cases annually

The CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, Rolf Hansen, is attending the 74th Session of the World Health Organisation Regional Committee for Africa in Congo Brazzaville. Hansen highlighted the urgent cancer crisis in the region, noting that over 900,000 new cancer cases and 586,000 cancer deaths occur annually in Africa.     In response, the UICC community has welcomed the proposed framework as a crucial step forward. To maximize […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 35

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Is it possible to impact a life?

      The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has reported that Namibia observes an upward trajectory of cancer cases from 3 700 to 4 300 on average new cases annually. Breast cancer cases remain the highest “life-threatening,” while prostate cancer is epidemiologically stated (per 100 000 population) as the top cancer in Namibia. Cervical cancer is third, while “modern or lifestyle” cancers like colorectal cancer and lung cancer increase. […]

todayJuly 24, 2024 27

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How does cancer spread to other parts of the body?

Pexels/Michelle Leman Sarah Diepstraten, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute and John (Eddie) La Marca, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute All cancers begin in a single organ or tissue, such as the lungs or skin. When these cancers are confined in their original organ or tissue, they are generally more treatable. But a cancer that spreads is much more dangerous, as the organs it spreads to may be vital organs. A […]

todayFebruary 1, 2024 34