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In a momentous occasion, the Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) unveiled its Heart and Lung building, marking a significant leap forward in the region’s healthcare landscape. Nestled in the heart of Western Visayas, this state-of-the-art facility stands as a beacon of excellence, offering comprehensive cardiovascular and pulmonary care services to patients across the region.

In recent years, the landscape of cancer treatment has radically transformed. Thanks to advances in early detection, innovative therapies, and a deeper understanding of treatment options, receiving a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis no longer carries the weight of a death sentence. 

The eight priority cancer types identified by the DoH include the following. They are breast cancer, childhood cancers, gynecologic cancers, liver cancer (including colorectal and other digestive tract cancers), head and neck cancers (including thyroid), lung cancer, and prostate, renal, and urinary bladder cancer. The CAF aims to address the most pressing needs within cancer care and treatment by focusing on these priority areas.

Each cancer type presents unique challenges in prevention, early detection, and treatment. The allocation of funds for these specific areas reflects a strategic approach to resource allocation. This ensures that interventions are targeted and effective in addressing the burden of cancer across different population groups.

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Explore the transformative role of personalised medicine in cancer treatment, blending human expertise with AI advancements.

A pancreatic tumour is an abnormal growth within the pancreas. This abnormal growth can be broadly classified into cystic tumour and solid tumour. Pancreatic cystic tumour, which contains mucin (sticky material), has the potential to turn into cancer. 

Approximately 65% of breast cancer instances in the Philippines are identified in the advanced or late stages due to insufficient treatment and delayed detection. Among Filipinos, the five-year relative survival rate for breast cancer is a mere 44.4%. The Philippine Cancer Society highlighted that breast cancer is the leading cancer in terms of both new cases and fatalities, not only in the local context but also on a global scale. The statistics reveal 27,163 new cases annually, resulting in 9,906 deaths each year for both genders.

With the seventh month of the lunar calendar (more popularly known as the hungry ghost festival) upon us, many acts of worship will be taking place. But did you know, that the act of burning joss sticks could cause cancer? The burning of joss sticks, an integral part of many religious practices in Asia, could be as deadly as traffic fumes and cigarettes.