Belinda Bateman’s Amazing Journey at The ATTIC, Kuala Lumpur – 27 Mar 2008
Belinda Bateman is a single mother with a 4 year old daughter. She was born with congenital arthogryposis multiplex and in December 2006, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was forced to sign a letter of resignation while she was still in the hospital when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer. Recently, she developed a recurrence of breast cancer. Yet, Belinda still manages to smile despite barely making ends meet, without a job and depending on her EPF and meagre Social Welfare aid.

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Brisbane, Australia to host international breast cancer conference – 7 Feb 2008
The Cancer Council Queensland has announced a historic meeting in May next year, when more than 600 breast cancer survivors and experts from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and The Americas will converge on Brisbane for the 15th UICC Reach to Recovery International Breast Cancer Support Conference. The conference, hosted by The Cancer Council Queensland from May 13 – 15, 2009 will be the first worldwide forum for breast cancer consumers, support organisations and health professionals to meet and address common goals. The Conference will focus on three key areas: Survivorship, Capacity Building and Peer Support, with special tracks on, resources and funding, consumer/clinician collaboration, and issues faced by young women.

The Cancer Council Queensland’s Chief Executive Officer Professor Jeff Dunn said “Breast cancer is a global issue with around 1.2 million women diagnosed each year and more than four million women living with breast cancer worldwide. The Reach to Recovery International movement has, through peer support and advocacy, played a unique and important role in acknowledging and celebrating the power of shared personal experience.”

Registrations open on March 1, 2008 and abstract submissions will open on April 15, 2008. For more information and to register visit the website www.reachtorecovery2009.org
 

The Breast Cancer Support Society, Segamat Leads the Way Celebrating Life! – 15 Dec 2007
Almost all the survivors were barely recognizable and there were many “oohs” and “ahhs” mingled with lots of laughter at the Dinner & Dance, organised by the Breast Cancer Support Society, Segamat (BCSS). For most of the guests, the event was an eye-opener. They could not believe that all those beautiful ladies who looked so fit and trim were breast cancer survivors. BCSS believes it has achieved what it has set out to do that night … to make people see that there is life after breast cancer!

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Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign Gala Dinner, KL Hilton – 7 Nov 2007
Joanne Yeoh, violinist extraordinaire’s opening performance was an electrifying start to an evening of glamour, colour, creativity, generosity and good old plain fun! Yasmin Yusoff, celebrity emcee did an excellent job of introductions and ensured the evening proceeded smoothly. Yasmin also doubled as auctioneer, with great results! All in the name of raising funds for breast cancer awareness.

Teddy Bear’s Tea Party at The Attic, Kuala Lumpur – 7 Oct 2007
It was a “beary” happy tea party to introduce a marvellous story of life and living with cancer by Annie Smith, PhD, a Canadian who had breast and then ovarian cancer. Annie through her alter ego, a bear, writes of her experience of having to undergo a multitude of tests and treatments using illustrations of a bear. Her book is titled Bearing Up with Cancer.

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Estée Lauder Companies’ Lights up Pavilion Kuala Lumpur in Pink – 1 Oct 2007
On the night of 1^st Oct 2007, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur became the first in Malaysia to be part of the Estée Lauder Companies’ Global Landmarks Illumination Initiative, a brainchild of Evelyn Lauder. The front facade of the Pavilion was flooded with pink lights, followed by spectacular fireworks- a fitting start to Pink October 2007!

Beginners’ and Trainers’ Breast Health Workshops, Petaling Jaya – 15 Sep & 22 Sep 2007
“Very motivating!” says Tan Sar Fee, President of the Breast Cancer Support Society, Kluang, Johor after the Trainers’ Workshop on 15 Sep 2007. Volunteers who train others or teach breast health as well as beginners interested in learning about breast health participated in breast health workshops in September 2007.

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“It Changed My Life!”, Kuala Lumpur – 10-12 Aug 2007
“It changed my life....” seemed to ring true for the gutsy women who shared their adventures with the delegates of the International Conference on Survivorship and Supportive Care in Cancer. The conference was held in Crowne Plaza Mutiara Kuala Lumpur from 10-12 August 2007. The theme was Enabling Survival-Promoting Early Intervention and Care.

AstraZeneca’s Preliminary Introduction to Touchpoint, Kuala Lumpur – 9 Aug 2007
Touchpoint is a patient support programme that helps the breast cancer patient become more motivated and better informed of the disease. It will consist of a practical guide booklet and a video of survivors’ experiences. Touchpoint hopes to reduce the confusion and overwhelming emotions of a newly diagnosed patient and is meant to be the patient’s companion throughout breast cancer treatment. Touchpoint was introduced at the 1^st KL International Breast and Colorectal Cancer Congress at KL Convention Centre as well as at the Palliative Care and Support Conference at Crowne Mutiara Plaza Kuala Lumpur, held from 10-12 Aug 2007.
 

BCWA & Avon’s Saving Lives Through Early Detection Charity Hi-Tea, Kuala Lumpur – 28 June 2007
The BCWA and Avon Malaysia has forged a partnership to raise funds to conduct hands-on training workshops for women in local communities in Malaysia to enable them to practise early detection of breast cancer. RM 127, 212.25 were raised during the Charity Hi Tea on 28 June 2007.

Specialist Breast Cancer Nurse Education Course, Kuala Lumpur – 18-22 June 2007
Twenty-seven nurses from all over Malaysia including Sabah and Sarawak congregated in the National Cancer Society of Malaysia’s Resource & Wellness Centre, Kuala Lumpur for an intensive 5-day course in June 2007. The course was sponsored by BP, organised by Amanita and National Cancer Society of Malaysia and supported by the College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia.

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East Coast Surgical Symposium: Challenges in Management of Breast Cancer, Kuantan – 12-13 May 2007
The 1^st East Coast Surgical Symposium (ECSS) centred on Breast Cancer was held in the Auditorium of the Kuliyyah of Medicine, Indera Makhota Campus, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) in Kuantan, Pahang from 12-13 May 2007. The symposium was designed to be a platform to deliver knowledge and experience from around the country as well as to delineate the role of healthcare providers in the management of breast cancer

Estée Lauder: Girls’ Breast Friend! – 27 April 2007
Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) Malaysia celebrated their 20^th Anniversary at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Kuala Lumpur in a glitzy dinner affair. ELC proved to be girls’ best friend in more than one way, including contributing to the mammogram and breast health programmes of the College of Radiology. A cheque of RM 50,000 was presented to the CoR at the dinner.

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Lily Yoong Wins Grand Prize in the Discover Radiology Malaysia Fun Online Quiz, Kuala Lumpur – 24 Mar 2007
Lily Yoong took part in the 2006 Online Quiz to test herself on her knowledge of breast cancer and arm herself with information to help others. Hers was the only all correct entry and clear winner of the contest. The Prize Presentation was held at Zuho Restaurant in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. Juwita Suwito and Vince Chong performed at the event to the delight of all the 19 prize winners and guests.

Reach to Recovery Training – 16-18 Mar 2007
A training workshop for volunteer breast cancer survivors in Malaysia was held in the Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA) from 16th to 18th of March 2007. There were 18 participants, 2 of whom were from Indonesia. Topics covered were to prepare them for effective counselling, support, advocacy, training and teaching of breast health awareness.

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Standard of Care in Breast Cancer Goes to Johor Bahru – 10 Feb 2007
The Oncology Centre in Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor Bahru organised the 3rd Standard of Care in Breast Cancer Programme. The panel of multidisciplinary speakers emphasised the team approach to breast cancer management. Astrazeneca sponsored the event.

The 2006 CoR Mammogram Programme Report – 5 Feb 2007
A total of 495 women benefited from the programme. In Johor, we were able to serve the smaller towns, Kota Tinggi, Pontian, Kluang, in particular Segamat in addition to Johor Bahru. 93% of the participants were from Johor, while 4.8% were from Pahang and 2.2% from Terengganu.

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BCWA Patrons' Nite, Kuala Lumpur – 17 Jan 2007
It was a night to recognise volunteers, pay tribute to founders of the BCWA, appreciate the founder patron and also introduce a new, second patron to all the members present at the dinner.

Training Programme for the LPPKN Subsidised Mammogram Programme, Selangor – 20-23 Dec 2006
The National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) of the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development organised a training session for its staff involved in a special programme to enable women of the lower income group to avail the RM 50 subsidy for mammography examinations.

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Charity Fun Walk 2006, Kuala Lumpur – 26 Nov 2006
The Breast Cancer Welfare Association and their dragon boat racing team, the Pink Challengers held a successful charity fun walk at the Taman Lembah Kiara, Taman Tun Dr Ismail in Kuala Lumpur. The Dragon Boat Racing Team of the BCWA were raising funds for their activities to bring awareness to all that even breast cancer survivors could participate in sporting events such as dragon boat racing!

Full report here
 

Men Care!
Male Support of Breast Cancer Screening in Women Project 1st Training Workshop was held from 16-19 Nov 2006. The primary aim is to address the lack of education and knowledge in men regarding breast cancer. A comprehensive training manual has been developed for service providers of women and health care organisations.

This National Council of Women's Organisations (NCWO) project is supported with a grant from The Asia Foundation and Pfizer Malaysia.

Full report here!
 

October Bursts of Breast Health Awareness Activities, Talks and What Nots!
Soka Gakkai Malaysia in Klang gets Breast Aware and More! – 15 Oct 2006
Breast Health Awareness at AstraZeneca, Kuala Lumpur – 9 Oct 2006
Breast Cancer Awareness Week in Subang Jaya Medical Centre kicks off with a Public Forum – 7 Oct 2006
Reader’s Digest Pink Ribbon Talk @ MPH Megastore, One Utama, Petaling Jaya – 1 Oct 2006

Art of Being Breast Aware Workshop for Gerakan Ladies, Petaling Jaya – 16 Sep 2006
30 women laughed and learnt their way to being breast aware and were simultaneously tasked with teaching others breast health awareness. Dr Evelyn Ho again managed to keep everyone in stitches to keep the fear of breast cancer at bay and in perspective!

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Breast Cancer Charity Hi-Tea , Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur – 14 Sep 2006
Estee Lauder Companies, together with Malaysian Tattler, Breast Cancer Welfare Association and the Shangri-La Hotel organised a Charity Hi-Tea to raise funds towards breast cancer awareness and Breast Cancer Welfare Association, National Cancer Society of Malaysia and College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia.

JIVE IT UP in PINK FUN WALK 2006, Pantai Medical Centre, Bangsar – 10 Sep 2006
The Fun Walk in raising breast cancer awareness kicked off early on a Sunday morning and culminated in entertainment by Ferhad, games and lucky draws in addition to a food sale.

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Standard of Care in Breast Cancer Workshop Goes North – 19 Aug 2006
About 60 doctors and nurses involved in breast cancer care and management from the Northern region (Penang, Taiping, Alor Star) spent their Saturday in a Standard of Care (SOC) in Breast Cancer Workshop, held in the Penang Medical College.

Pantai Medical Centre Launches Wear It Pink 2 – Breast Cancer Education & Awareness Campaign 2006 – 8 Aug 2006
In a colourful and at moments, poignant, ceremony graced by YB Dato’ Seri Shahrizat Abdul Jalil, Pantai Medical Centre (PMC), Bangsar and Asia Assistance launched its Wear It Pink 2 campaign at PMC. The ceremony included the rendition of the Ribbon of Life by Adibah Noor; testimonies by breast cancer survivors and a multimedia presentation.

The beneficiary of the funds raised in the campaign will go towards the breast cancer awareness programmes of the College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. Several events have been organised, including a public forum on menopause and breast cancer, a fun walk in Bangsar, charity gala dinner and mammograms at discounted rate.
 

Livial, the Breast & Sexual Well-Being in Menopausal Patients, Putrajaya Marriott Hotel – 28 July 2006
Prof Dr Kim Won-whe brought laughter and woke everyone up with his enlightening and light hearted account of Women’s Sexual Well-being After Menopause in an afternoon series of lectures and workshops organised by Organon.

He shared the Korean experience and also addressed therapeutic options, principles and practice of addressing sexuality.  

Standard of Care in Breast Cancer Workshop for Doctors Ultimately Benefit the Public – 22 July 2006
Medical doctors primarily from the surgical and oncology units in the Klang Valley attended a 1-day workshop on Standard of Care in Breast Cancer. The topics covered showed the multidisciplinary (team) approach to good breast health/cancer care.

Congratulations to the organising committee, speakers and AstraZeneca with their unlimited grant and therefore provision of this important continuing medical education programme that would ultimately benefit the general public.

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27^th International Dragon Boat Race, Penang – 27 to 28 May 2006
Breast cancer survivors from Malaysia and South Australia created waves in the dragon boat race – in an effort to raise breast cancer awareness and that there was an active and healthy life after breast cancer.

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Inaugural Specialist Breast Cancer Nurse Education Course Raises Level of Breast Care in Malaysia – 24-28 Apr 2006

Read the full report here
 

Breast Health Awareness Efforts Off to a Flying Start In the Land Below the Wind – 22 Apr 2006

Bacalah lapuran dalam Bahasa Melayu: Kempen Kesedaran Kesihatan Payudara Menarik Penyertaan 400 Peserta di Sandakan, Sabah – 22 April 2006
 

“Unsung Heroes” of the Radiology Malaysia-Meditel MyStory:CeritaKu Contest – 19 Mar 2006

Full report here

Read the winning stories here
 

CoR Value Added Mammogram Programme 2007 carries on into 2008!

A great big thank you
to the donors to our programme for making
it possible:
Estee Lauder
Pantai Wear It Pink Campaign
Johnson & Johnson


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Breast Cancer message makes a big splash in Malaysian Media
 

The Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign 2003 was a big success as the media played a pivotal role in helping to spread the message that Early Detection Saves Lives! In 2004, the media continues to play an active role in spreading the message including highlighting our OutRageously PINK Nite event – a street party on 11 June 2004.

The College of
Radiology thanks all its media partners for helping us spread this very important message!