Appreciation and thank you to all our donors David Omenukor Foundation wishes to thank and appreciate everyone who supported the Go fund me orgainized for free Breast Cancer Mammogram in Imo State last October/November 2022.Your generous donation made it possible to provide free Mammogram screenings to about 400 women.295 had benign results, 86 cases were… Continue reading Appreciation And Thank You To All Our Donors.
Category: Cancer
GoFundMe; October Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a period used to raise awareness about the devastating impact of Breast Cancer.It’s estimated that 7.8 million women have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer in the last five years making it the world’s prevalent cancer.In 2020 about 2.3 million women were diagnosed with cancer globally and about 685,0000 died.… Continue reading GoFundMe; October Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Important Tips on Breast cancer.
The American Cancer Society’s (ACS) most recent guidelines reflect that self-exams haven’t shown a clear benefit, especially for women who also get screening mammograms, even when doctors conduct those exams. Still, some men and women will find breast cancer, and be diagnosed with it, as a result of a lump detected during a self-exam. If… Continue reading Important Tips on Breast cancer.
4 Foods to Boost Prostate
Health Your diet can significantly affect your health, including that of your prostate. By adding healthy, prostate-friendly foods to your diet, you may be able to reduce your risk of prostate problems, including prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among males, affecting 1 in 8 males… Continue reading 4 Foods to Boost Prostate
Important Tips on how to Prevent Prostate Cancer
Risk of Prostate Cancer can be significantly reduced by choosing a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Fruits and vegetables contain many vitamins and nutrients that can contribute to your health. Though it’s not conclusively proved that you can totally prevent prostate cancer through diet… Continue reading Important Tips on how to Prevent Prostate Cancer
Breast cancer risk factors
Certain risk factors can increase your chances of developing breast cancer. Some risk factors can’t be changed; others may be reduced or even eliminated based on your lifestyle choices.**The most significant breast cancer risk factors include: Gender.Women are more likely to develop breast cancer than men. Age.Invasive breast cancer is more common in women over… Continue reading Breast cancer risk factors
Vitamin D Linked to Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Researchers suggest the guidelines regarding minimum levels of vitamin D be changed. Sunshine is the best way to absorb this important nutrient. As if you needed another reason to catch some rays this summer, a new study has uncovered evidence that vitamin D protects against colorectal cancer. Several previous studies looking at the link between… Continue reading Vitamin D Linked to Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Is yerba mate good for you?
Mate tea is often consumed for its many purported health benefits. It contains nutrients known for their anti-inflammatory and stimulant effects. What is yerba mate? Yerba mate is an herbal tea that’s made by steeping the twigs and dried leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant in hot water. The tea is traditionally served in a gourd and sipped… Continue reading Is yerba mate good for you?
Can Hemorrhoids Cause Colorectal Cancer? Comparing Symptoms
Hemorrhoids and cancer Seeing blood in your stool can be alarming. For many, cancer is the first thing that comes to mind when experiencing blood in their stool for the first time. While colorectal cancer can cause similar symptoms, hemorrhoids are far more common. As uncomfortable as hemorrhoids can be, they’re easily treatable and don’t cause cancer.… Continue reading Can Hemorrhoids Cause Colorectal Cancer? Comparing Symptoms
