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World Cancer Day: Cancer - Did you know?

World Cancer Day

The Cancer Association of Zimbabwe joins the international community in commemorating World Cancer Day (WCD), which is commemorated on the 4th of February every year. The theme for this year is “Dispel damaging myths and misconceptions about cancer.”


Valentines Day Special – Save A Loved One!

Valentine's Day Commemoration

PINK DAY – Make a difference, spread the word and help save a life!

Pink Day Breast Cancer Month Commemoration

The Cancer Association of Zimbabwe invites organisations, schools, clubs and individuals to wear pink and donate all for the "Pink Day " cause in October. Funds raised will assist Breast Cancer patients. For more info and updates on the Pink Day please like our Face Book page The Cancer Association of Zimbabwe. To register contact Linda/ Hildry on (04)705522/ 707444 or Email fundraising@cancer.co.zw. Make a difference, spread the word and help save a life.


Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Commemoration

Regular screening is the best method of detecting cervical cancer as well as other common cancers early, when treatment can be effective.

Cervical cancer is one of the major public health challenges facing women in Zimbabwe today. It is now the leading cancer in the country. According to the Zimbabwe National Cancer Registry;

  • cervical cancer accounted for 15% of all cancer deaths in 2010
  • 32% of women diagnosed with cancer in 2010 had cervical cancer
  • Black women in Zimbabwe are at a greater risk of developing this disease
  • Cervical cancer can be prevented. It can also be cured if diagnosed and treated early.