Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
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Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga
"Early detection is critical." WINDHOEK, 13 March – Colorectal cancer (CRC) is on the rise across Africa, with over 70,000 new cases and 46,000 deaths recorded in 2022. While Africa’s overall CRC rates remain below global averages, projections indicate a sharp increase by 2050. Southern Africa, including Namibia, has some of the highest CRC rates on the continent. According to Rolf Hansen, the CEO of the 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.
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. […]
Liberty Life is celebrating 20 years of operations in Namibia this November, and, aligned with the organisation’s purpose of making a difference in people’s lives, Liberty Life Namibia wants to give back to the community by partnering with CAN, to offer men’s health screenings this month. The health screenings will take place at CAN and will be available to 20 men per week, by appointment only. Sr Aina Nghitongo – […]
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