CANSA: Men, don’t ‘faf’ this up
This November, the Cancer Association of South Africa is challenging all men to be ballsy enough to check their crown jewels.
NO one can deny that Springbok Francois ‘Faf’ de Klerk meeting Britain’s Prince Harry, after winning the Rugby World Cup, wearing nothing but his patriotic speedo, was a ballsy move.
Using his viral fame for good, the scrumhalf is collaborating with Cipla South Africa to challenge all men – even the Prince himself – to improve their personal ‘ball skills’ when it comes to checking for signs of testicular cancer.
CANSA’s partnership on this educational campaign is to help reach men with an important message of early detection that can save lives. All men are encouraged to not ‘faf’ this one up and help raise awareness by fighting testicular cancer.
While testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in men between the ages of 15 and 49, if diagnosed in the early stages, the survival rate is 99 per cent. Despite this, the number of South African men being diagnosed with late-stage cancer is increasing. Unlike prostate cancer, which requires a blood test or a digital rectal exam, early-stage testicular cancer can be detected through a simple self-examination.
Men are advised to do regular monthly checks after showering to inspect their testes for anything painful or unusual. An early diagnosis is the key to receiving potentially curable treatment. A significant impact can be made by simply increasing the awareness of self-examination among South African men.
De Klerk poked a bit of fun at himself on Instagram to raise awareness about this very serious topic. “I’m challenging all South African men to be ballsy and tackle testicular cancer by feeling for any irregular lumps, swelling or pain,” he posted.
De Klerk is challenging Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi, centres Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel, the first South African to score a try in a World Cup final, Makazole Mapimpi, Rugby World Cup final try scorer, Cheslin Kolbe and hooker, Malcolm Marx. Together, they are championing the #FafChallenge, by encouraging their teammates, along with all other South Africans, to scrum around this important cause.
The #FafChallenge Challenge is simple:
- First, do a testicular self-examination
- Then post a Faf-inspired selfie with the caption, “I’m ballsy – I’ve checked”
- Challenge someone to post a picture to continue with the challenge and spread awareness about this important cause.
Remember to include #FafChallenge, #ballskills, #CancerAwareness, #CANSA and tag @CiplaRSA so you can help to create awareness. For important tips on how to up your ball skills, visit www.fafchallenge.com.
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