GQBERHA – “Know your body and take care of it.” This is the advice given to South African women by Dr Zukiswa Jafta, a Clinical Radiation oncologist based in East London. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women of all races, with a lifetime risk of one in 27 in South Africa, according to the 2019 National Cancer Registry (NCR). While cancer related organisations and initiatives strive to educate the public about the importance of regular breast self-examinations, mammograms, and … [Read more...] about Breast cancer awareness is key to early cancer detection
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I wish I had breast cancer
This is Kerry Harvey, aged 24 and living with metastatic Pancreatic Cancer. In the UK this week, Pancreatic Cancer Action grabbed attention with a series of terrifying ads featuring her and others with the same diagnosis. Spokespersons from breast cancer organisations were horrified that anyone would wish for breast cancer, or compare different forms of cancer this way. Breakthrough Breast Cancer chief Chris Askew fumed, "I've yet to meet a man or woman with breast cancer who would consider … [Read more...] about I wish I had breast cancer
Breast Men Busking for Cancer
Four Nelson Mandela Bay musicians are determined to do their bit to raise awareness for breast cancer this month by hosting a fundraiser at music haven, Toni's Place, on Thursday this week and Busking for Cancer. October is international breast cancer awareness month. Busking for Breast Cancer is an initiative started in 2009 by local musician and businessman, William Pierce-Jones, after his mother developed breast cancer when he was a young boy. "Everyone's lives are affected by cancer … [Read more...] about Breast Men Busking for Cancer
Brad Brown Gears up for the PinkDrive
Looks like young Brad Brown is also 'doing it for charity', just like Kirsten Britz and Alison Critchely - see: Athletes Halfway There WITHOUT Running a Step. 94.7 Highveld Dj Brad Brown supports the PinkDrive, and he will be going the extra mile when he also takes part in his first IronMan 70.3 Triathlon. The Ironman is known as one of SA’s toughest challenges and is made up of a 1.9km swim, 90km cycle and 21.1 km run making a total of 70.3 Miles. Brad is making a call out to all … [Read more...] about Brad Brown Gears up for the PinkDrive
