Alcohol and Cancer: A Call for Urgent Awareness and Action in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the awareness of the health risks linked to alcohol consumption, especially its connection to cancer, remains alarmingly low. Despite growing global evidence, many
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Alcohol and Cancer: A Call for Urgent Awareness and Action in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the awareness of the health risks linked to alcohol consumption, especially its connection
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence: A Call to Invest in the Safety and Empowerment of Women and Girls
The Rosana Empowerment Foundation joins global efforts for the 2024 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, emphasizing the theme “UNiTE! Invest to Stop Violence Against Girls and Women! #NoExcuse.” The campaign highlights the urgent need for funding, legal protections, and support services, while advocating for community empowerment and education to combat persistent gender-based violence.
REF Joins the 2024 16 Days of Activism: End Child, Early, and Forced Marriages – Protect Girls’ Rights and Dignity
The Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) proudly joins the global community in observing the 2024 16
The Importance of Early Detection: How Screenings Save Lives
Prostate cancer, a prevalent disease among men, often progresses silently with minimal symptoms, leading to late diagnoses. Early detection through routine screenings, like the PSA test and DRE, significantly enhances survival rates and treatment success. Addressing misconceptions and fears about these screenings is crucial for improving health outcomes and quality of life.
Understanding Prostate Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Risk Factors
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, characterized by abnormal cell growth in the prostate. Key risk factors include age, genetics, hormonal levels, and lifestyle whereas awareness of symptoms such as frequent urination and pelvic pain is critical for early detection. Regular screenings are essential for high-risk individuals.
Prostate Cancer in Nigeria: Confronting the Deadliest Threat to Men’s Health
Prostate cancer is the most prevalent and deadly cancer among Nigerian men, with alarming statistics indicating a high mortality rate. Late diagnoses, lack of awareness, stigma, healthcare inequalities, and economic barriers contribute to this crisis. Immediate collective action is needed to improve awareness, screening, healthcare infrastructure, and policy support to combat this silent epidemic effectively.
Breaking the Silence: Addressing the Prostate Cancer Crisis in Nigeria
Prostate cancer, a formidable yet often overlooked adversary, has become a silent epidemic claiming the
EmpowerBridge Project: Empowering Women, Bridging Gaps for Sustainable Development
The EmpowerBridge Project is an innovative initiative by the Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) designed to
Donor Roles in Promoting Safeguarding and the Path to Grant Approval for NGOs in Nigeria
Safeguarding is vital in the nonprofit sector to protect beneficiaries from harm. Donors, notably international ones, ensure funds do not lead to exploitation, requiring clear policies and evidence of implementation. Nigerian NGOs can secure funding by aligning with donor priorities, demonstrating impact, collaborating with established NGOs, and ensuring transparency and robust safeguarding mechanisms.
Escalating the Crisis of Men’s Wellness: Addressing Family Burdens and Prostate Cancer
The Rosana Empowerment Foundation emphasizes the neglected issue of men’s health, particularly prostate cancer, which is affecting families across Nigeria and Africa. Recognizing the growing health crisis and its impact on family stability, REF plans to launch a prostate cancer awareness and screening campaign. They seek partnerships for awareness, screening, funding, capacity building, and advocacy to combat this silent killer and strengthen families.
