Go bold to raise funds for kids with cancer

KUCHING: Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) will be launching its GoBald 2024 on Sunday (Mar 24). Themed ‘Beacon of Hope’, the society said this year’s theme emphasises the key role that ordinary individuals play as agents of hope for children with cancer and survivors. The society also said the theme encourages the public to step […]

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 […]

GoBald targets to raise RM1 mil, shave 350 heads

KUCHING: GoBald organised by Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS), the annual awareness and fundraising campaign launched yesterday at Vivacity Megamall, here targeted to raise RM1 million and shave 350 heads this year. This year’s campaign is themed “Dare to Dream” aims to encourage children with cancer and childhood cancer survivors to have the courage to […]

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. […]

SJK Chung Hua No 5 donates almost RM8,000 to SCCS

KUCHING: SJK Chung Hua No 5 has donated RM7,755.90 to the Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) following the success of its Entrepreneur Day. According to a statement, the event was organised at the school premises on Feb 11. “This is a project-based learning experience that focuses on nurturing creativity and innovation. Besides that, it also […]

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 […]

Call for greater support in fight against cancer

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang has called for Sarawakians to play their role in supporting kids and families in their fight against cancer. He said that cancer remains as one of the leading cause of death among children in Sarawak with one child being diagnosed with cancer every […]

Plaza Merdeka donates RM10,000 to children cancer society

KUCHING: Plaza Merdeka Shopping Centre donates RM10,000 to the Sarawak Children Cancer Society (SCCS) in conjunction with the mall’s tenth year anniversary. Plaza Merdeka Shopping Centre executive director, Datin Anriza Cordero said that Plaza Merdeka’s focus has been on delivering a comprehensive and inclusive retail experience for their customers. “Over the last decade, we have […]

Child cancer patient completes treatment

KUCHING: After 15 months of being away from home, little Samuel finally completed his intensive treatment and was granted permission to go home to Miri where he will undergo follow-up care. Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) disclosed that Samuel was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma in July last year when he was just three years […]