In the month of November, a month dedicated to awareness and screening for prostate and testicular cancer in many countries around the world, several activities are held to raise awareness about male cancers. This year, the Association to Support Radiotherapy and Oncology of Madagascar (AROM) is launching ” Sovambra ”, means “Somotra in November” (mustache November) sensory activity in the form of a game, of course, for men. ” Sovambra » So 2024 invites men to grow a mustache for 30 days, starting from today, November 4, 2024. Participants in the game must take a picture of themselves on three specific dates: this day , November 4, without a mustache; on November 18, ie on the fifteenth day, and finally on the thirtieth day, December 3, 2024. Game with prizes! At the same time, the society raises awareness of prostate cancer through various means, including social networks, and emphasizes that there are simple and effective screening methods to detect this type of cancer at an early stage . Early detection increases the chances of successful treatment.
In general, prostate cancer grows slowly and usually affects older men. Adenocarcinoma (a type of cancer that affects the glandular cells of some organs) is the most common type of prostate cancer. In November in several countries around the world, there is an increase in awareness for better knowledge of this type of cancer among the general public. In developed countries, this month is also dedicated to raising awareness about research grants. In Canada, September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Hanitra R.
