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Sumbangan Bubur Lambuk Menceriakan Ramadan Pesakit Kanser

Dalam semangat bulan Ramadan yang penuh keberkatan, Persatuan Kanser Kebangsaan Malaysia (NCSM) dengan tajaan Group Compliance Division (GCD) SME Bank telah menganjurkan “Projek Bubur Lambuk...

AI-powered liquid biopsy aims to transform lung cancer detection in Malaysia

A new artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced liquid biopsy could reshape lung cancer screening and early detection efforts in Malaysia, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional diagnostic...

From tradition to digestion: How dates with butter affect your gut health

Every Ramadan, new food trends emerge in Malaysia, and one that is making a comeback this year is the combination of dates with butter. This sweet-buttery pairing has been making…...

Colorectal Cancer: Addressing Key Concerns and the Future of Care

By Dr Ang Hong Shien, Medical Officer, NCSM Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide, ranking as the third most diagnosed cancer and the second leading…...

Sarawak Energy And Roche Launch Co-Funding Model for Cancer Care

Sarawak Energy and Roche Pharmaceuticals Malaysia have joined forces to enhance access to cancer treatment for underserved patients. The Borneo Post reported that the two organisations officially...

Experts Push For Better Global Breast Cancer Care

Global health leaders have called for urgent action to improve access to breast cancer treatment and care in resource-limited settings, following a high-level workshop held at the World Cancer...

Malaysia Grapples with Rising Lung Cancer Cases

Lung cancer remains the deadliest form of cancer in Malaysia, claiming more lives than any other type due to late detection and a lack of awareness. Despite medical advancements, the…...

India’s Cancer Crisis: Women Hit Hardest

India is grappling with a rising cancer burden, with women facing higher incidence and mortality rates compared to men, according to a recent study published in The Lancet Regional...

Slovenia Launches Cancer Screening Project to Combat Lung, Prostate, and Cervical Cancer

Ljubljana, Slovenia – March 3, 2025 In a significant step toward advancing cancer prevention, Slovenia has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving population-based cancer screening for...

Perjalanan Pesakit Kanser Iman Aryan: Menghadapi Kanser Dengan Kekuatan Dan Sokongan

Pada suatu ketika, kami mula merasakan ada yang tidak kena apabila anak kami, Iman, sering mengadu kesakitan semasa membuang air kecil dan mengalami kesukaran untuk melakukannya. Keadaan yang semakin...