Deputy minister urges early detection of childhood cancer cases in Sarawak
MIRI: Sarawak records about 60 to 70 new childhood cancer cases yearly, and this figure does not include children in remission or those experiencing relapses. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting said this is a cause for concern as childhood cancer stands as one of the leading causes of […]
Cancer cases in younger people rising globally: Researchers
LONDON: Factors such as obesity and alcohol consumption are contributing to a worrying rise in global cancer cases among younger people, a study suggests, reported German news agency (dpa). Researchers estimated there had been a 79 per cent hike in new cases of cancer in those under 50 between 1990 and 2019. However, rates in […]
Syabas to SCCS for your perseverance
I dream of the day that every child fighting cancer is encouraged to “Never Ever Give Up”. – Jessica Rees, child cancer victim A few days ago, I saw that Deputy Minister Datuk Sebastian Ting had a new haircut — well, he was actually bald. No, I didn’t see him in person; I just saw […]
Fathers go bald in support of children battling cancer
KUCHING: It is unimaginable for a father to watch their child go through the pain of cancer, but two fathers have made the bold decision to shave their heads in support of their children’s fight against the disease. Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) launched its signature annual awareness and fundraising campaign, GoBald 2023, at Vivacity […]
Supporting fight against childhood cancer
Being positive is the best medicine you can take. – Maggie Howard, sarcoma survivor It is worth noting that Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) joined global childhood cancer organisations in celebrating International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) on Feb 15, thereby aiming to raise awareness on the alarming cases of childhood cancer in the state. […]
S’wak NGO collaborates with global childhood cancer societies
KUCHING: The Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) joined global childhood cancer organisations in celebrating International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) on Feb 15 to raise awareness on the alarming cases of childhood cancer in the state. The ICCD is a global collaborative campaign observed annually to highlight the importance of community participation and support in the […]
Everyone’s part to play in raising childhood cancer awareness: SCCS
KUCHING: September marks the start of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) which is observed globally to raise awareness, support, and funding for pediatric cancer. According to Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS), the Gold Ribbon and the colour gold are used as awareness symbols in showcasing support and generating solidarity for children affected with cancer. The […]
Help kids in fight against cancer
KUCHING: There are heroes among us; one is Sharon Bong, a cancer survivor and a GoBald fundraiser. She chooses to use her story to spread hope as well as courage for kids battling cancer. Bong herself was first diagnosed with breast cancer in January this year and she completed her treatment recently. She underwent eight […]
Ailing journalist aims to raise RM100k for children
MIRI: A cancer stricken journalist’s effort to raise awareness on children afflicted by the disease even as he fights his own battle is gaining traction here. On Saturday the Kampung Piasau Village Security and Development Committee (JKKK) came forward with a contribution of RM2,000 which was handed over the Northern Sarawak Journalist Association (NSJA) president […]
Hopeful, appreciative messages wanted on Tree of Life website
KUCHING: The Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) is urging its stakeholders to post messages of hope and appreciation on the international Tree of Life website in conjunction with the International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) 2022. This is following the joint three-year campaign undertaken by Childhood Cancer International (CCI) and the International Society of Pediatric Oncology […]
