A total of 151 breast cancer patients, including those undergoing active treatment and those under monitoring, received financial support as well as free anti-flu and pneumonia vaccines from the local government of San Juan and the Caring Keri Foundation as part of the city’s observance of Breast...
The San Juan City government, in partnership with the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc. (MMMFSI), the Department of Health (DOH), and the ICanServe Foundation on Tuesday, Oct. 7, kickstarted the Breast Cancer Awareness Month aimed at strengthening awareness, education, and access to...
The Philippine College of Surgeons (PCS), led by its president Dr. Jose Rhoel C. De Leon, started the simultaneous “pink-lighting” of vital infrastructures and buildings in the country to enhance breast cancer awareness and to symbolize the country 's unity in combatting the disease. The...
Every October, the world unites in recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a global movement dedicated not only to spreading awareness, but also to saving lives through early detection and equitable access to treatment. The theme for 2025, as chosen by the lead organization, World Health...
Breast cancer claimed over 670,000 lives worldwide in 2022, 11,000 of those were Filipinos. Second only to lung cancer, breast cancer is one of the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the country. A new tool developed by biologists from the University of the Philippines (UP) hopes to help...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday, Oct. 15, reiterated its support for efforts to increase public awareness of breast cancer. Manila Bulletin / file photo DOH Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa, in a statement, emphasized that the agency’s advocacy for breast cancer awareness extends beyond...
Health advocates called on the government on Friday, Oct. 11, to implement screening mammography as a public health policy to increase breast cancer awareness. Workers install a breast cancer ribbon made of LED strips at the Philtrust Bank main branch along UN Avenue in Manila on October 11, 2024....
Advocacy group ICanServe, in partnership with the Villar Group’s Brittany Hotel, is gearing up for the highly anticipated auction at The Pink Room on September 14. Themed as “A Gallery For Good,” the event combines art, fashion, and advocacy to support breast cancer awareness, early...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has lauded the Quezon City local government for its free breast cancer screening program that benefitted 22,476 women in the city's six districts. It said it received reports that of those who availed themselves of the program, 146 tested positive for breast...
In the Philippines, breast and cervical cancers remain significant health concerns affecting women of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. (Photo from Unsplash) Despite advancements in medical science and increased awareness campaigns, these cancers continue to pose a threat to the health...
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2023, companies and various brands are hosting events to raise awareness, educate others about the disease, and provide support to breast cancer patients and survivors. From fun runs, dances, exhibits, these initiatives bring communities...
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Philippines Commission on Women (PCW) is urging all "Juanas" to have themselves tested. "We encourage all Juanas to practice regular self-breast examination, seek early consultation/teleconsultation if necessary, as we emphasize the importance of...
