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66% of the world's oral cancer diagnoses occur in Asia
only 50% of people diagnosed will survive within 5 years
the highest rates of oral cancer are found in Southeast Asia
men are 75% more likely to be diagnosed…
If you’re under the weather because of a Cold, Flu, or mild COVID-19, eating nutritious foods will help you feel better and recover faster.
Chicken soup is one of the food options you should choose as it could soothe common symptoms of…
The Asian Fund for Cancer Research wishes to congratulate our Founder & CEO, Dr. Sujuan Ba, for being recognized as one of the Top 20 Inspiring Women Leaders of 2022 by The Women Leaders Magazine.
Being an innovative pioneer in a male-dominated industry, the…
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in men and women in Asia. However, recent studies suggest there may be an effective way to reduce one’s risk.
A team of researchers recently shared their exciting findings showing that eating greater amounts of…
Recently, Asian Foundation for Cancer Research Founder and CEO, Sujuan Ba, was featured in the series Profiles in Success as a Scientist Trailblazing the Transformation.
In the interview, Dr. Ba highlights her path from determined teen to research and eventually nonprofit leadership.…
As the world’s concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic dominate our thoughts, there is a much greater threat—cancer—that claims the lives of 9.9 million people just in 2020. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 crisis has not only affected our daily lives, but it has also…
Mushrooms are rich in vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. Recent research shows that these superfoods may also help guard against cancer. Even though shiitake, oyster, maitake, and king oyster mushrooms have higher amounts of the amino acid ergothioneine than the white button, cremini, and portabello…
Getting the body moving can be particularly challenging during winter when many parts of the country are under an icy blanket of snow. Undoubtedly it is more comfortable to stay snuggled up on the couch dreaming of spring. However, new research shows that physical activity…
On Friday, 4 February, the Asian Fund for Cancer Research proudly continues our tradition of recognizing
World Cancer Day. Once again, we join over one thousand organizations throughout the globe on this date in speaking as one voice to raise cancer awareness.…
As our exciting 2022 new year off, I want to first say thank you for your continued support of the Asian Fund for Cancer Research (AFCR). You have been a loyal friend to AFCR and we are truly grateful for your commitment,…