Going blue for Movember
Liberty Life is celebrating 20 years of operations in Namibia this November, and, aligned with the organisation’s purpose of making a difference in people’s lives, they want to give back to the community by partnering with CAN, to offer men’s health screenings this month.The health screenings will take place at CAN and will be available to 20 men per week, by appointment only.
According to Sr Aina Nghitongo of CAN, prostate cancer is a significant health concern in Namibia as in many parts of the world and incidence has been on the rise with advanced cases. “There is a low turnout for prostate cancer screening, with several contributing factors such as poor awareness and importance of screening of men, risk factors associated with the disease and the benefits of early detection,” she said.
Cancer registrar Tareekuje Tjiriange added that at least 356 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in Namibia every year. “However, with the rise in numbers of men being screened, prostate cancer has now officially become the leading cancer per 100 000 by age group with 49.7 compared to breast cancer with 46.3 the 2019 data shows. Mouth, pharynx and colorectal cancer are among the top 3 cancers diagnosed in men annually.”
According to Liberty Life’s Managing Director Monique Cloete, her company is committed not only to making a difference in people’s lives financially but holistically. “It is in line with this purpose that we have decided to collaborate with CAN, to contribute towards providing men’s health screenings, with the hope of making an impact in the lives of people in our community, and creating awareness around men’s health issues.”
Screenings take place every Tuesday in November (7, 14, 21 and 28). To make an appointment for a screening, please contact CAN at 081 953 7740 or 061 237 740.