About us
Community
Traditional Healers
The increase in incidence of cancer in Zimbabwe necessitates the expansion of preventive efforts, the training of traditional medical practitioners can be enhanced so as to facilitate their professionalism and collaboration with other health care workers in cancer prevention and control.
Capacitation of ZINIPA members in Manicaland Province
In partnership with ZINPA Talk Cancer Zim organised a comprehensive cancer awareness workshop in Mutare reaching 135 TMP aged 17 to 60 years. This innovative collaboration aims to capacitate TMP with timely, useful and relevant cancer information, strengthen referral systems promote integration and ultimately improve cancer outcomes in Zimbabwe.
Church
We prioritize cancer awareness in churches, recognizing the critical role faith-based networks play in promoting health and wellbeing. By partnering with local churches, we educate congregations about cancer risks, symptoms, and prevention strategies and treatment. Our awareness initiatives pave the way for collaborative efforts with healthcare providers, ensuring those in need receive timely screenings, diagnoses, and treatment. Together, we foster a supportive environment that empowers individuals to take proactive steps towards cancer prevention and care in Zimbabwe. Our church awareness is an ongoing exercise throughout the year.
Talk cancer Zim went on a Lets Talk Cervical Cancer campaign with the Salvation Army Church women in Chitungwiza and 268 women received health education during the period 15th of July to the 25th of August 2023. The main aim was to disseminate cervical cancer information and to encourage early detection through screening. Population Services International (PSI) provided screening services using the HPV DNA testing method and the uptake was as shown below:
Prostate Cancer Awareness in Church Men
Talk cancer Zim brings prostate cancer awareness to the church men under the mantra initiative, prostate cancer health gods priority, investing in our wellbeing. The Salvation army church invited Talk cancer Zim to facilitate a prostate cancer awareness session during their annual men's fellowship program.
The scope of the awareness was on prostate cancer anatomy and function, risk factors, diagnosis and screening, treatment and wellness talks. The Territorial commander envisions a robust prostate cancer awareness and screening program for his church and this aligns with Talk Cancer Zims mandate.
General Community
We endeavor to ensure every man, woman and child in our local communities has access to cancer information, screening services and cancer care.
