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Running for Colon Cancer!!💙🩵
On October 20th, I’ll be running the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in memory of my amazing Dad, Clint Steel Proctor, who recently lost his battle with stage 4 colon cancer. 💙
To honor his legacy and raise awareness for colon cancer, I’ve partnered with the CANSA Foundation to support their vital research and programs. With the rise of colon cancer levels it’s important to fund more research projects within this field.
Not only am I running the 42km, but we also have a fantastic group of about 70 – 100 people joining me in various races on October 19th, including the 11km trail, 22km trail, 5km, and 10km road runs! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
I’m excited to share that I’m designing pants with Funky Pants South Africa so you can easily spot us on our run!
If we can just help one other family experience less pain and trauma we have done a good job. Help can be in small steps; each small step can lead to a big difference if we all do our bit.
I need your help to make a difference! Every donation, big or small, will bring us closer to a future where no one has to suffer from this devastating disease.
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Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) a leader in the fight against cancer in SA, since 1931, the vision of (CANSA), is to lead South Africa towards a cancer free society.
It’s mission as a non-profit fighting cancer, is to enable research, educate the public and advocate for and support all people affected by cancer.
CANSA is a leading role-player in cancer research and the scientific findings and knowledge gained from our research are used to realign our Health Programme, as well as strengthen our Watchdog Role to the greater benefit of the public.
CANSA’s Advocacy team performs an important role, striving to influence South African policy makers with regards to important cancer control issues, to create public awareness of known cancer-causing factors, and also to give those affected by cancer a voice, protecting their right to healthcare.
Our CANSA Seal of Recognition (CSOR) is underpinned by research and is awarded to products that promote a balanced lifestyle and further contribute to cancer risk reduction, by not containing any cancer-causing substances.
Our Health Programme is comprised of health education campaigns around awareness of cancer symptoms, the importance of screening and lowering cancer risk. Our Mobile Health Clinics take this message to men and women in rural areas, who would otherwise not have access.
Our CANSA Care Centres offer a wide range of care and support services to those affected by cancer: employee wellness, stoma support, wigs, prostheses, assistive devices and medical equipment hire, clinical support, including counselling (face-to-face and Tele Counselling), support groups and home-based care.
A leader in the fight against cancer in SA, since 1931, the vision of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), is to lead South Africa towards a cancer free society.
It’s mission as a non-profit fighting cancer, is to enable research, educate the public and advocate for and support all people affected by cancer.
CANSA is a leading role-player in cancer research and the scientific findings and knowledge gained from our research are used to realign our Health Programme, as well as strengthen our Watchdog Role to the greater benefit of the public.
CANSA’s Advocacy team performs an important role, striving to influence South African policy makers with regards to important cancer control issues, to create public awareness of known cancer-causing factors, and also to give those affected by cancer a voice, protecting their right to healthcare.
Our CANSA Seal of Recognition (CSOR) is underpinned by research and is awarded to products that promote a balanced lifestyle and further contribute to cancer risk reduction, by not containing any cancer-causing substances.
Our Health Programme is comprised of health education campaigns around awareness of cancer symptoms, the importance of screening and lowering cancer risk. Our Mobile Health Clinics take this message to men and women in rural areas, who would otherwise not have access.
Our CANSA Care Centres offer a wide range of care and support services to those affected by cancer: employee wellness, stoma support, wigs, prostheses, assistive devices and medical equipment hire, clinical support, including counselling (face-to-face and Tele Counselling), support groups and home-based care.
