MVC Foundation

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE

At MVC Foundation, we know this truth: Peace is not just the absence of war, it is a foundation for better health, stronger communities and a brighter future for all.

When there is peace, health thrives. Communities heal. Hope grows.

Today, and every day, we stand for:
Peaceful Communities
Better Health
Stronger Societies
A Brighter Tomorrow

As we hold the world in our hands, let us remember that peace is a choice we must all make.

Let's choose peace, always.

Prostate cancer doesn’t have to be a death sentence. When we catch it early, we can treat it.

If you’re 50+, have a family history, or are of African descent, your risk may be higher. But the good news? There are steps you can take today:
Eat better. Move more. Keep a healthy weight. And most importantly, see your doctor for regular check-ups.

To every father, brother, uncle, and friend: please get checked. Your life matters.




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TO EVERY CANCER PATIENT AROUND THR WORLD:

You are not fighting alone. You are seen, you are loved, and you are stronger than this moment.

From all of us at Mbakuran Vaakaa Cancer (MVC ) Foundation, we believe in you and we stand with you in every chemo, every scan, every good day and hard day.
Keep going. Healing, remission, and miracles still have your name on them.

Prostate cancer doesn’t discriminate. But silence makes it worse.

This September, Mbakuran Vaakaa Cancer Foundation is reminding every man:
1. Know your risk. Age, family history, and lifestyle matter
2. Know your body. Don’t ignore changes
3. Know your options. Screening is simple and it works

You don’t have to face this alone. We’re here to educate, support, and connect you to care.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

We are shining a light on Prostate Cancer. Early detection saves lives. Let’s talk about it, screen for it, and support the men in our lives.

What to LOOK OUT FOR
Prostate cancer can develop with no symptoms early on. But watch for:
1. Urinary changes: Trouble starting urination, weak flow, frequent urination especially at night
2. Pain or discomfort: Painful urination, painful ej*******on, pain in lower back, hips, or pelvis
3. Blood: Blood in urine or semen
4. Other signs: Erectile dysfunction, unexplained weight loss

Note: These can also be from other conditions. Don’t panic, but do check.

What to DO
1. Talk to a doctor: Men 50+ should discuss prostate screening. Men 40+ if you have family history or are of African descent, which has higher risk
2. Get screened: Ask about a PSA blood test and/or Digital Re**al Exam. It’s quick
3. Live healthy: Eat fruits & vegetables, limit red/processed meat, exercise 150 mins/week, maintain healthy weight
4. Know your family history: If father/brother had prostate cancer, your risk is higher. Start conversations early
5. Break the silence: Encourage the men in your life - fathers, brothers, husbands, friends to get checked. No shame in it

August may be ending, but awareness doesn't stop here.

This month we talked about appendix cancer. It’s rare, it’s often misunderstood, and too many people only hear about it late.

What we want you to remember:
1. Know the signs: persistent abdominal pain, bloating, changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss. If something feels off, get it checked.
2. Early detection matters: talking to a doctor early can change outcomes.
3. You are not alone: to everyone affected by appendix cancer, we see you, and we’re with you.

Thank you to everyone who liked, shared, and learned with us this August. Keep the conversation going, share this post, and help someone get checked sooner.

Know the risks, take action

Know the symptoms

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