insert_link Health / Medical 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
insert_link Health / Medical Cancer Association Launches Palliative Care Fund for Vulnerable Patients Palliative Care Namibia, a division of the Cancer Association, has introduced the Palliative Care Fund to enhance access to hospice and palliative care for financially vulnerable citizens. Rolf Hansen, the CEO of CAN and Palliative Care Namibia says this is aligned with CAN’s Patient Financial Assistance Programme adding that the fund aims to support those in critical need of end-of-life care, covering expenses such as medication and nursing services. todayJanuary 29, 2025 30
insert_link Health / Medical CAN Appeals for Support for State Cancer Patient Care The Cancer Association is urging the public and corporate community to support the newly launched Palliative Care Namibia Fund to assist financially vulnerable state patients. From 1 March 2025, the fund will enable state patients to access ward care at House Zietsman, which currently accommodates private patients. The facility aims to provide care for up to nine terminally ill patients, ensuring the same quality of care as private patients. […] todayJanuary 28, 2025 24
insert_link Health / Medical Movember Shines a Spotlight on Prostate Cancer November marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, or "Movember," an annual campaign focused on highlighting the effects of prostate cancer—the third most commonly diagnosed cancer locally. Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association: todayNovember 1, 2024 134
insert_link Health / Medical 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
insert_link Oshiwambo O World cancer Congress yonuumvo oyeya pehulilo O World cancer Congress yonuumvo oyeya pehulilo, nokwali yeeta pamwe aanongo naaleli yaavu yokankela ya konda 2 000 okwiikunda,oku kwatathana,oku thaneka noku longela kumwe komikalo dhomayamukulo getakamitho lyaavu yokankela neyambidhidho lyopauyuni. Omukuluntu gwehangano lyokankela moshilongo Rolf Hansen okwali a kutha ombinga. Nokwati uukwashili oomboka kutya iilongo yiiyemo yili pevi noyopokati otayi ka taalela omutenge omunene gokankela ,na Africa otaka dhengwa unene omolwa iiyemo ye yili pevi,oonkalo dhoombepo dhili pombanda,oshowo oompito […] todaySeptember 20, 2024 15
insert_link Oshiwambo O World Cancer Congress yonuumvo oyili metifa mo Geneva O World Cancer congress yonuumvo oya tameke nena mo Geneva,noku eta pamwe aaleli yopauyuni yokankela ya konda 2 000. Omukuluntu wiliki gwehangano lyokankela moshilongo Rolf Hansen ota kutha ombinga komutumba,loshikando shotango okuza petukuko lyo COVID 19,nota topola uukumwe uupe woopolohalama takamitho dhokankela moshilongo. Tati okwa nyanyukilwa ompito yuukumwe unene nehangano lyo American Cancer Society,noya thaneka okulongela kumwe moopolohalama oku yambulapo ompito yepango netakamitho mo Namibia,nomuumbangalantu wa Africa,oshowo nehangano lyo Pink […] todaySeptember 17, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Critical Need for Early Detection and Treatment July is designated as Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to enhance public understanding of these cancers, promote research initiatives, and advocate for improved resources and treatments for affected Namibians. The prognosis for sarcoma patients varies based on factors such as cancer type, location, stage, and treatment response. Cancer Association of Namibia's CEO Rolf Hansen. Although not as common, these rare bone cancers have affected about 361 per […] todayJuly 9, 2024 81
insert_link Namibia Cancer Association of Namibia Reports Operational Surplus Amid Improved Fundraising The Cancer Association of Namibia has announced a significant turnaround with an annual operational surplus of 491,343 Namibian dollars, compared to a deficit in the previous fiscal year. This improvement is credited to stabilized fundraising opportunities post-COVID-19 and a favorable economic climate. CEO, Rolf Hansen. todayJune 28, 2024 51