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Cervical cancer remains a significant public health concern for women across Asia, with a disproportionately high burden compared to other regions. Early detection and prevention efforts are crucial in tackling this issue.

Cancer remains a significant public health concern in the Philippines, with the Department of Health (DOH) recording an estimated 153,751 cases in 2020. Among the various types of cancer, breast and cervical cancers stand out as major health challenges affecting women across different demographics and regions.

The Department of Health in the Philippines said that approximately 12 Filipinas die daily because of unnoticed early stages of cervical cancer and undiagnosed patients. This shows the importance of ensuring the safety of women from this disease, particularly amid the country’s concurrent healthcare issues.

Two ESMO 2024 studies provided reassuring findings on breastfeeding for breast cancer survivors. A study of nearly 5,000 young BRCA mutation carriers and another of 518 women who interrupted treatment to have a baby both found no increased recurrence risk among those who breastfed their babies compared to those who did not breastfeed.

The National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS) organised a health carnival, “Fighting Cancer, Living Stronger,” at Kampung Admiralty Community Plaza, featuring a significant presentation by Dr. Jonathan Lee, an expert in gastroenterology and hepatology. The carnival was held last Saturday ahead of World Cancer Day on 4 February. It highlighted new research findings that link specific gut bacteria to the development of pre-cancerous colorectal polyps.