ECT Zimbabwe

22/07/2026

16/07/2026

Research shows that a cancer diagnosis brings significant emotional and financial challenges.
We seek your support to help address these impacts on patients and their families.
Every donation makes a difference.
Thank you for your generosity.

Click this link to donate Construction of a cancer center : https://crowdfunding.clicknpay.africa/ #/crowdfunding #/make-a-donation/179

16/07/2026

🎗️ *Cancer takes more than 26 000 lives every day.* But nearly 4 in 10 cancer cases are linked to preventable risk factors.

🌍 Today, 20.6 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year, and close to 10 million die. Without urgent action, annual cases could reach nearly 35 million by 2050.

*Prevention and early detection can make a difference:*

🚭 Avoid to***co
💉 Get recommended vaccines, including HPV and hepatitis B
🏃 Stay physically active and maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Avoid alcohol
🩺 Take part in recommended cancer screening and don’t ignore unusual changes in your body

Cancer also takes an emotional and financial toll: *more than half of people affected report mental health challenges, and at least 45% face financial hardship.*

❤️ Cancer is more than a diagnosis. It affects people, families and entire communities.

🙏🏼 Where you live or what you earn should never determine whether you survive cancer.

Find out more ➡️

Millions of people are facing physical, emotional and financial toll of cancer, a disease that claims more than 26 000 lives every day, according to a report released today by the World Health Organization (WHO). With an estimated 20.6 million new cases and close to 10 million deaths annually, cance...

18/06/2026

HOSPAZ Membership Coordination Meeting – Masvingo
Today, 18 June, Edith Care and Therapy (ECT) attended the HOSPAZ Membership Coordination Meeting for Masvingo members. The meeting gave a platform for organisations to share their experiences, including successes and challenges, ongoing projects, and plans for the future in line with providing palliative care services in Masvingo.
The meeting also focused on how HOSPAZ members can work together to strengthen and enhance the services we provide in Masvingo. We had the opportunity to engage with fellow members, including the DMO and Island Hospice.
It was a fruitful meeting, filled with learning, collaboration, and a shared commitment in improving the lives of patients living with chronic illnesses and supporting their families.

11/03/2026

💙 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Colorectal cancer affects the colon or re**um and is the 3rd most common cancer worldwide, responsible for about 10% of all cancer cases. It is also the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally.

📈 The risk increases after age 50, but cases are rising among younger adults in some countries. Early stages often have few or no symptoms, which makes awareness and screening important.

*Possible warning signs include:*

🩸 blood in the stool
🥲 persistent abdominal pain or bloating
📉 unexplained weight loss
🥱 fatigue
💩 changes in bowel habits

*The good news? Many cases can be prevented or detected early.*

🥦 Eat more fruits and vegetables
🏃 Stay physically active
🚭 Avoid to***co
⚖️ Maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Limit alcohol

If symptoms appear, talk to a health professional early. Detecting colorectal cancer early greatly improves survival.

08/02/2026

*Did you know?*

🌍 Up to 4 in 10 cancer cases worldwide could be prevented. A new global analysis by WHO and IARC shows that in 2022 alone, about 7.1 million cancer cases were linked to preventable causes.

*The biggest risks:*

🚭 To***co – responsible for 15% of all new cancer cases
🦠 Infections like HPV & hepatitis – 10%
🍸 Alcohol – 3%

Other factors include air pollution, physical inactivity, high body weight and UV exposure.

🧬 Lung, stomach and cervical cancers make up nearly half of preventable cases — but many can be avoided through healthier choices and stronger public health action.

*What you can do:*

➡️ Avoid to***co and limit alcohol
➡️ Stay active and maintain a healthy weight
➡️ Get vaccinated against HPV & hepatitis B
➡️ Protect your skin from the sun

💪 Prevention is powerful! Together we can reduce cancer risk and build healthier communities.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4auedzI

06/02/2026

Cancer support groups play a vital role in fostering hope and resilience among newly diagnosed patients. Testimonials from cancer survivors are instrumental in dispelling misconceptions and addressing misinformation, helping to empower individuals to seek timely medical intervention.

Delays in seeking cancer treatment often stem from various factors, including religious beliefs, traditional beliefs, and difficulties in accepting the diagnosis. By addressing these barriers and providing psychosocial support, we can encourage earlier detection and treatment.

Through initiatives like cancer support groups and survivor testimonials, we aim to promote a culture of understanding, support, and proactive healthcare engagement. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer.