Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society

16/03/2026

Know Your 💩

Your stool can say a lot about your gut health. The Bristol Stool Chart shows the different types of stool and what they may mean.

Ongoing changes in your bowel habits, blood in the stool, or discomfort could be warning signs of Colorectal Cancer.

If something doesn’t feel normal for you, speak with your doctor. Early detection matters.

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day.

06/03/2026

The Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society (TTCS), in partnership with the Scotiabank Foundation, has expanded its anti-smoking and anti-vaping education campaign to secondary schools in Tobago.

Read more:
https://www.cnc3.co.tt/cancer-society-expands-anti-smoking-campaign-to-tobago-schools/

06/03/2026

March is
We encourage everyone to get screened for early detection.

02/03/2026

March is
We encourage everyone to get screened for early detection.

Contact us today to learn more about our F***l Immunochemical Test (FIT) 226-1221

14/02/2026

Cancer Prevention Month Reminder: Drink responsibly this Carnival.
Alcohol increases the risk of several cancers.

✔️Drink water in between.
✔️Know your limit.
✔️Choose your health.

14/02/2026

February Cancer Prevention Month reminds us that small habits make a big difference.

Carnival heat + long hours = increased risk of dehydration and heat exhaustion. When your body is stressed, your overall health suffers.

Stay ahead of the heat:
✔️ Hydrate consistently
✔️ Find shade when you can
✔️ Pay attention to warning signs

14/02/2026

February is Cancer Prevention Month 🎗️ and protecting your skin is part of the mission.

Carnival fun shouldn’t come with long-term risks. UV exposure adds up over time, increasing your risk of skin cancer.

Before you hit the road:
✔️ Apply sunscreen
✔️ Reapply every few hours
✔️ Step into the shade when possible

10/02/2026

With Carnival around the corner, the TTCS is reminding everyone to stay sun-smart and protect your skin while you celebrate.

Click the link below to learn more about keeping your skin safe.

UV damage is mostly avoidable. The rise in the incidence of skin cancers over the past decades is strongly related to occupational and recreational UV exposure. Overexposure to UV radiation is recognized as the underlying cause for harmful effects on the skin, eye, and the immune system. In some cul...

08/02/2026

For Marsha Joseph, a 52-year-old teacher at Tacarigua Presbyterian Primary School, cancer was never out of her orbit, as she had family and friends affected by the illness and closely followed the work of the Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/article/marsha-and-the-survivors-network-walking-in-hope-to-fight-cancer-6.2.2510614.2765e07f0b

04/02/2026

Today is , we join the global community to honor each unique journey in the fight against cancer.

Let's place people at the heart of care, recognizing their individual stories and needs. Together, we are .