Funny Video Raises Awareness For Testicular Cancer

Testicular cancer is technically a men's issue, but it affects us all when it affects the men we love, because a diagnosis can affect the entire family. For this reason, I love this video which is raising awareness, and doing it in such a fun and real way too. If you're a woman reading this, feel free to share to the men in your life, and remind them to go for screening too. Men may be procrastinators, but they do listen to the women they love.

#HoldACokeWithYourBoobsChallenge For Breast Cancer Charity Turns Out To Be A Hoax!

The #HoldACokeWithYourBoobsChallenge supposedly encourages women to post photos online with a soft drink held in their cleavage, all in the name of raising money for breast cancer charities. So far, this has led to many images showing mainly topless women or with tapes and hands barely covering their nipples, flashing their boobs on social media believing it was for charity.

However, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation said the challenge is not raising money for them and has no connection to their charity - but would happily receive donations if donations do start coming in from the challenge.

She Survived Breast Cancer, Now Debby Vows To Fight Spreading Liver and Bone Cancer

Debby Osarere was diagnosed with breast cancer stage 4 after she was flown to the US for treatment following a successful online donation drive championed by Nigerian blogs in 2012. Debby was successfully cured of the Breast Cancer in 2013 but because it had progressed so far before the diagnosis, she was soon after informed by her doctors that the cancer had spread to her liver.

Now, with the liver cancer under check, Debby has revealed that cancer has again been discovered in her bones. In her post sharing the news on instagram, Debby shows a video of herself dancing and vows to keep fighting and says she is a survivor. Read the post below and keep her in your prayers...

Bold and Breastless Cancer Survivor Shares Her Testimony

Most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer, and chose to get a double mastectomy, usually get breast implants at the same time or soon after their surgery. But a few choose not to, and go on with their flat chests, either to wear padded bras or prosthetics.

However, this Facebook user, a mom of two and cancer survivor, calls herself Bold and Breastless, and often goes out in public, confident and thankful for her health and without self pity for her missing breasts. Read her testimony below..

Could Antibiotics Cure Cancer? 8-Year-Old's Suggestion Turns Out To Be True

Camilla Lisanti was asked how she would cure cancer, and the eight-year-old suggested using antibiotics, an idea which has turned out to have a lot of merit. Camilla was asked the question by her parents, a husband-wife cancer research team.

They were sceptical at first but went ahead to test out her theory in their Manchester University lab. To their surprise, several cheap and widely-used antibiotics killed the most dangerous cancer cells, including seven of the most common cancers – including breast, prostate, lung and hard-to-treat brain tumours.

NFL Player Shares Hearbreaking Moment He Found Out 4-Year-Old Daughter Still Has Cancer

Having a sick child can be one of the hardest things a parent has to deal with, and a child being diagnosed with cancer and having to undergo treatment can be very traumatic. NFL player Devon Still has a daughter Leah Still who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer in June 2014, and it has been a terribly difficult journey since then.

The amazingly brave 4-year old has been battling the illness since then and on his Instagram page, the Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle regularly updates his fans on Leah's status. Leah has been undergoing surgery and chemo to help fight the disease and after over six months of this treatment, the family just found out that the cancer is sadly still in her body.

Diem Brown Dead at 32 After Long Battle With Ovarian Cancer #RIPDiemBrown

#RIPDiemBrown. The MTV reality star and advocate for cancer survivors, has died at 32. She passed away in a New York hospital after a decade-long battle with cancer. Just this Tuesday, Diem had still been tweeting, and had pleaded for prayers and support.

#FeelEmFriday- Football Players Go Nude To Aid Cancer Awareness For Men

I confess that I didn't know that to check for testicular cancer, you have to look for lumps in the man's balls. Well, we learn everyday. It's all about the balls. October is Cancer Awareness month for women and November is for men. Remeber #NoShaveNovember?

Orode Uduaghan Okpu Launches Breast & Cervical Cancer Support Group

The Pink Pearl Foundation, a charity headed by Orode Uduaghan-Okpu daughter of Delta State governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan, recently launched a Breast and Cervical Cancer support group for those diagnosed with, or surviving the disease. See some pictures from the event below.

Sex With 20 Different Women May Protect Men From Prostrate Cancer - Research

A lot of promiscous men will be happy to hear that men who sleep with several different women are less likely to develop prostrate cancer, the magic number being 20.

The results of a new research suggests that men who have had 20 sexual partners and above reduced their risk of prostate cancer by almost a third, and  their chances of getting the most aggressive tumors were also slashed by 19 per cent.

RIP Joanne Borgella - American Idol Alum Dead At 32 From Endometrial Cancer

‘American Idol’ alum and plus size model Joanne Borgella has passed away at the age of 32 after an intense battle with endometrial cancer. Her family confirmed the news on her Facebook page where she had shared her battles and little victories with her fans and well wishers. Joanne was engaged to Alexis Ramirez, the love of her life. Check out the family message below...

Agbani Darego, Rita Dominic, Funke Akindele, Linda Ikeji, Toke Makinwa, At The Genevieve Pink Ball

The 2014 Genevieve Magazine Pink Ball took place tonight at the Dorchester Event Centre in Lagos. Here are pics from some attendees who showed off their looks via social media.

Above is Betty Irabor, creator of the Pink Ball and publisher of Genevieve Magazine. Celebrity guests included Agbani Darego, Rita Dominic, Funke Akindele, Seyi Shay, Dolapo Oni, Ene Maya Lawani, Moet Abebe, Beverly Naya, Osas Ighodaro, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi, and Toke Makinwa.

Pink Belles - Annie Idibia, Bolanle Olukanni, Ene Maya, Ono Bello, Veronica Odeka, Ugonna Omeruo

The September/October issue of Genevieve Magazine is a combination of style and all things PINK as they countdown to the Genevieve PinkBall for Breast Cancer awareness and treatment.

For the photoshoot above, 9 stylish ladies express their optional looks for the upcoming PinkBall where attendees are asked to wear pink. The stylish ladies include Annie Idibia, Bolanle Olukanni, Ene Maya, Ono Bello, Veronica Odeka, Ugonna Omerua, Isi Atagamen, Jumai Shaba and Liz Yemoja.

The cover features Amaka Osakwe; fashion designer and founder of Maki Oh, who speaks on her label, breaking boundaries and on Michelle Obama wearing her designs. This issue

Carol Jumper Fired From Her Job By Heartless Boss After Being Diagnosed With Cancer

Carol Jumper had worked for oral surgeon Dr. George Visnich for 12 years until a month ago when she discovered she had cancer affecting her pancreas, liver, and ovaries. After her employer found out, he fired her with a letter saying that her battle against cancer was too much for his office.

Dr Visnich said that Ms Jumper's symptoms, medications and side effects of chemotherapy will be significant and distract her from her job. The letter, posted online by her friend Rose, reads:

“You are currently engaged in a battle against cancer that will be demanding physically, mentally, and emotionally. … You will not be able to function in my office at the level required while battling for your life. Because of this, I am laying you off without pay as of August 11, 2014.

Check out the full letter below.

A Message of Hope For Mesothelioma 10th Annual Awareness Day Sept 26, 2014

My name is Heather Von St. James. Eight years ago, I was diagnosed with mesothelioma; a rare and preventable cancer caused only by exposure to asbestos. I had just given birth to my daughter and I was given 15 months to live. After a life saving surgery that included the removal of my left lung, I have made it my life's mission to spread awareness about mesothelioma and the dangers of asbestos.

September 26th, 2014 marks the 10th anniversary of Mesothelioma Awareness Day, and has been the driving force behind the movement to bring more attention and funding to this cancer. There is no more innocent victim than a person with mesothelioma, they are sick as a direct result of a product that is NOT banned in the U.S. This disease has a life expectancy of just 18 months after diagnosis, and symptoms may not be evident until 20-35 years after initial exposure to asbestos.

In honor of Mesothelioma Awareness Day, I am sharing my story to help in spreading the word about mesothelioma.

Raising Funds For Cancer Care - Battle Scar Photo Exhibition

Yetunde Babaeko and X-perspective, a group of female photographers launched their Survivors photo exhibition at Goethe Institute as a means of raising funds and awareness for breast cancer. Yetunde Babaeko opened the event with a speech on her idea behind X-perspective initiative and the exhibition. The pictures showed anonymous images of women who had undergone mastectomy to have their breasts removed because of cancer.

Funke Akindele and Sasha Join FADAN To Walk For Cancer Awareness

Funke Akindele and Sasha were celebrity partcipants in the FADAN (Fashion Designers Association of Nigeria) Walk for cancer awareness and prevention some days ago. Funke shared these pictures with the caption, "#walking for a worthy cause #cancer awareness (Breast and Cervical Cancer)Pls go for free screening @ 118 bode Thomas street,surulere!" Great job to all involved!

How About Saying Smoking is Just Not Worth It?

By ENGAGE AFRICA FOUNDATION's Tamara Kinja (Blogger)

I’ve recently been to pay my respects to my aunt and uncle as the niece they took under their care had just died of cancer in South Africa. She was just 21 years old, full of life according to her folks and a regular university student. I could see the sadness and incomprehension on the faces of her family members. Although I didn’t know her personally, I can’t help but look at her picture and feel a rush of sadness.

Did Oral Sex Really Give Michael Douglas Cancer?

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Folasayo Dele-Ogunrinde and Her Battle Against Cancer

I got to know Folasayo Dele-Ogunrinde as a writer on the same website I met Atala and she wrote fiery articles about sexism, and gender, and relationships. You either loved her writing or you didn't. I loved the way she thought and how outspoken she was, and though she used an alias, I later got to find out her real name, and followed her career.

Folasayo was also a visual artist, performance poet, public speaker, filmmaker and actor, and one of the first Nigerians I know who used Kickstarter to raise funds for one of her projects. By then we had connected on Facebook and exchanged one or two messages. She went offline for a beat, and when she came back last year, it was with news that she had stomach cancer.