Blessing CEO Reveals Her Battle with Breast Cancer She Seeks Public Support

Nigerian influencer Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is seeking financial help for treatment. In an emotional video shared on Instagram, she appealed to Nigerians for support, saying the diagnosis has been difficult to handle and speak about publicly. She also revealed that... Read More

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September 19, 2017

#Impact365: Exquisite Magazine holds SMEARathon screening exercise for cervical cancer (PHOTOS)

The Exquisite Magazine Against Cancer (EMAC) Walk held on Saturday, 16 September at the Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos. The EMAC Walk which has held quarterly since 2006 aims to “increase the awareness for cervical, breast and prostate cancer and in the process promoting its partners and sponsors.” Attendees participated in a fitness training which... Read More

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December 9, 2016

#Impact365: Caleb Egwuenu’s NGO is standing up to cancer in Nigeria and making sure the awareness is non-stop

This scourge called cancer has cut short lives of millions of men, women and children across the world. The attendant myths are the reason why the awareness campaigns can never be enough. Then there’s the screening stage where a lot of people dread as it is when the truth is revealed. Through these stages, patients... Read More

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October 29, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 4)

by Iweka Kingsley In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she keeps. He believes that the cancer campaign all over the world should be amplified and hopes EMILY’S DIARY will drive consciousness and inspire hope... Read More

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October 15, 2016

Tosin Dada: My mum is dying? [Nigerian Voices]

by Tosin Dada Is she dying? The words were slurred because my tongue felt thick and heavy from the tears that chocked my throat. I kept looking straight ahead at the tap head as though expecting an answer from it. Yes she is. The answer came in my head; maybe it was God himself answering... Read More

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July 12, 2016

Free surgery for poor Nigerians, others

The Federal government would on Sunday commence the provision of free surgery to 10,000 poor and needy Nigerians who are registered with the National Health Insurance Scheme. The Federal ministry of health would also provide free breast and cervical cancer tests to 18,000 Nigerians and free diabetes and hypertension tests for 500,000 Nigerians. The programme,... Read More

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June 7, 2015

Diezani rumored to be undergoing cancer treatment in London

According to a report by Sahara Reporters, Diezani Alison-Madueke, is undergoing a new round of treatment for breast cancer. SR says the information was gotten from a family source who is privy to the condition of Nigeria’s immediate past Minister of Petroleum Resources. The report quoted the source as saying that Alison-Madueke is currently in... Read More

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December 21, 2014

Sad news: Adaora Zinno-Orara dies after battling breast cancer

by Akan Ido Reports reaching YNaija indicates that Adaora Zinno-Orara, the wife of talented artiste, Zinno Orara is dead. She died today after battling with breast cancer for many months. Adaora who was married to the artist for over 20 years was diagnosed with stage 7 cancer in 2010. Efforts were been made by media... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Grand art exhibition, Against All Odds, set to hold in Lagos [DETAILS]

by Isi Esene Blackhouse Media and Mydrim Gallery have announced a one of a kind art exhibition titled, ‘Against All Odds’. The exhibition will be showcasing the works of one of Nigeria’s most celebrated painters, Zinno Orara, in dedication to his wife, Adaora-Zinno Orara, who is battling breast cancer against all odds. Billed to take... Read More

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October 15, 2014

Linda Ikeji donates N500,000 to Geneveive PinkBall Foundation

by Anike Jacobs Nigeria’s foremost blogger, Linda Ikeji has donated half a million naira to support the Genevieve pinkball foundation – a foundation that supports the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. “Today, Linda Ikeji donated 500,000 thousand Naira today to the Genevieve PinkBall Foundation today! We are deeply grateful! God bless you abundantly! #PinkKisses”... Read More

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May 30, 2014

Optimal Cancer Care Foundation offers FREE breast & cervical screening exercise [DETAILS]

by Isi Esene The family of late Mrs. Iche Attah, with support from the Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, is sponsoring a free breast and cervical cancer screening on June 27, 2014 in Surulere, Lagos. This is in memory of late Mrs Attah who died last year on June 27. With over 100,000 new cases of cancer diagnosed every... Read More

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March 30, 2014

6 strong reasons to start eating avocados now

by LifeSpan The incidence rate of breast cancer has increased a lot over the past several years, and this is known to be one of the most aggressive types of cancer out there. Fortunately, a balanced diet that includes at least half an avocado per day can reduce the risk for breast cancer, thanks to... Read More

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January 29, 2014

Inspired: 2-time breast cancer survivor poses naked for magazine cover (PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido Hannah Foxley, who recently had one of her breasts removed has posed naked for the cover of Cosmopolitan Magazine with the aim of inspiring women to be strong. The two-time breast cancer survivor said she needed to show other women that they can still be beautiful even if they have had their... Read More

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January 18, 2014

3 sisters marry on the same day… 12 hours before their mother’s death (PHOTOS)

by Tutu Akinlabi There’s almost nothing as pure as a mother’s love and the bond between mother and daughter is almost unbreakable. This is why 3 sisters in Georgia in the United States decided to grant their sick mother’s dying wish and get married on the same day. Sarah, Kaylee and Jodie Swales – aged... Read More

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January 3, 2014

Looking good: Breast cancer survivor, Debbie Osarere shares cool new photos (LOOK)

by Oke Efagene After a successful surgery and completion of a 1-year chemotherapy cycle in the United States, former cancer patient, Debbie Osarere, will soon be returning to Nigeria. Osarere, had her breast removed surgically, in order to save her from breast cancer. The happy survivor recently shared photos of herself looking healthy and chic... Read More

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November 27, 2013

How I survived breast cancer – Abimbola Fashola reveals

by Oge Okonkwo Wife of Lagos State Governor, Abimbola Fashola, attended the ceremony flag off of the first round of the Integrated Statewide Wellness Health Week, where she narrated how she escaped the dreaded disease, cancer. Speaking at the event which took place at the Rauf Aregbesola Hospital in Mosan Okunola Local Council Development Area, Alimosho, Lagos, Mrs.... Read More

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October 15, 2013

Mom with breast cancer sees 3 daughters get married 1 day before she dies (PHOTOS)

‘You may kiss your bride’: The sisters jointly experience one of the biggest moments in a relationship. “You may each kiss your bride.” A Georgia mother dying of breast cancer lived long enough to hear those words as she watched her three daughters get married at the same time — one day before passing away.... Read More

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June 13, 2013

7 important things you can do to prevent breast cancer

by Lisa Washington Just like exercising is an important way to prevent breast cancer, so is maintaining a healthy weight! We should always be mindful of the things to do to prevent breast cancer as well as other illnesses. It’s estimated that one in eight women will develop breast cancer throughout the course of their... Read More

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June 13, 2013

Watch it: 8 health risks 30 year olds should look out for

Another health risk for 30 year old men is colon cancer. Colon cancer is most curable during early detection, before symptoms have developed. The health risks for 30 year olds are greater than younger adults. In most cases, people in their 30s still need to worry about the same health risk as younger people but... Read More

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June 7, 2013

8 serious health risks to be aware of in your 20s

by Melissa Deim It’s no secret that half of those who smoke or chew tobacco will die prematurely because of tobacco use. There are specific health risks for 20 year olds that you must be aware of. The health risks in your twenties are different than those when you are older but are still very... Read More

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May 27, 2013

Sad news: Actress, Angelina Jolie’s aunt dies of breast cancer

Angelina Jolie’s aunt has died from breast cancer less than two weeks after the actress underwent a double mastectomy to avoid such a fate. Debbie Martin, sister to Jolie’s mother Marcheline Bertrand, passed away at the Palomar Medical Centre in Escondido, California on Sunday, aged 61. Martin was the younger sister to Jolie’s mother, whose... Read More

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May 20, 2013

Opinion: This is what Hollywood actress, Angelina Jolie forgot to mention

by H. Gilbert Welch “I fear that this disclosure will motivate other women to undergo preventive mastectomy, even though they do not need it.” I first saw the headline early Tuesday on Real Clear Politics, a political news site where I generally start my morning. It’s not where I expect to see a story on... Read More

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May 19, 2013

Opinion: What Angelina Jolie forgot to mention about her breast cancer

by H. Gilbert Welch I first saw the headline early Tuesday on Real Clear Politics, a political news site where I generally start my morning. It’s not where I expect to see a story on breast cancer. Then I checked my e-mail messages — they all seemed to be about Angelina Jolie’s op-ed. Students in... Read More

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March 27, 2013

Keeping everyone happy: 10 interesting facts about women’s breasts

by Corrie Pikul They’re always hanging around — but most of us rarely give them a second thought. A science journalist exposes the impressive, eye-popping facts about breastsand breast health. Human breasts are different from all the other breasts on the planet. Humans are the only mammals to have breasts that develop in puberty and then remain... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Squeezing breasts ‘could stop growth of cancer cells’

* Experts found physical force can play a role in the growth – and reversion – of cancer cells * Squashing malignant cells made them grow in a more normal and organised way * Research could help experts track down molecules that could be targeted for therapies A LITTLE squeeze may be all that it... Read More

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November 14, 2012

#EachOneCheckOne – Fashion Fantasia! takes another step against cancer

by Isi Esene On Sunday November 25 at the Oriental Hotel Lagos, the ongoing fight against breast and cervical cancer will receive an added boost with Fashion Fantasia! An initiative of Leading Ladies and now in its second season, Fashion Fantasia! is essentially a benefit fashion show and fundraiser aimed at creating awareness for breast... Read More

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October 27, 2012

TICKER: Biggest cancer killer among women revealed

Lung cancer has overtaken breast cancer to become the most common cause of cancer death among women in the UK, figures have revealed. Some 15,449 women died from lung cancer in 2010, compared to 11,556 from breast cancer the same year, according to statistics from Cancer Research UK . While new data published last month... Read More

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