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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 11, 2021 AFCR News, Cancer Prevention & Treatments

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We want to draw your attention to this occasion because it has become the leading cause of global cancer incidence despite significant improvements in breast cancer treatment and detection technology. In 2020, there were more than…

Don’t Delay: Skipping One Mammogram Can Significantly Increase Risk of Death from Breast Cancer

September 27, 2021 AFCR News, Cancer Prevention & Treatments

One mammogram every two years doesn’t sound so bad – but what happens if a woman skips one? A recent study warns that skipping just one mammogram before being diagnosed with cancer significantly increases a woman’s probability of dying from the disease.…

The Forgotten Men of Breast Cancer

September 21, 2021 AFCR News, Cancer Prevention & Treatments

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed during October, presents many opportunities to acknowledge patients and survivors as well as opportunities to remind women to schedule their regular screening. The world lights up in pink, the color of the breast cancer ribbon, and shares…

Changing the Oncology Treatment Paradigm For Oral Cancers

September 13, 2021 AFCR News, Clinical Research, Innovative Therapies and Treatments

THE CHALLENGE ——Oral Cancer Survival Rate Has Only Improved 5% in the Last Decade and Patients Can Have a Severely Compromised Quality of Life Oral cancers, a type of Head and Neck cancer, include the lip, tongue, gums, cheeks, the floor (bottom)…

BIOHK2021 – International Biotechnology Convention

September 13, 2021 AFCR News

BIOHK2021 is Hong Kong's first international biotechnology convention organized to introduce novel state-of-the-art biotech innovations from around the globe to provide an extensive platform to allow pioneers of the biotech industry to convene. The target includes policymaker, industry, academic, research, investment, and…

Cancer-Fighting Food: Trail Mix

August 30, 2021 AFCR News

Trail Mix is a healthy and energizing snack that can pack in valuable nutrients with minimal effort. With endless possible combinations, trail mix also provides variety to your daily meals. This lightweight and versatile snack is an excellent option for those constantly…

Breastfeeding & Cancer: What’s the Connection?

August 30, 2021 AFCR News, Cancer Prevention & Treatments

Every mother knows that breastfeeding can be a challenge. Mothers often face sore nipples, plugged ducts, engorgement, and a long list of other painful experiences. However, those who can breastfeed will reap health benefits for both mother and baby – some that…

GBM – the Most Deadliest Brain Cancer Needs Your Help!

August 16, 2021 AFCR News

What is Glioblastoma (GBM)? Glioblastoma, referred to simply as GBM, is the deadliest type of brain cancer. GBM is widely regarded as incurable and universally fatal, killing 95% of patients within five years of diagnosis. GBM survival rates have not improved in…

Bone Cancer 101

July 27, 2021 AFCR News, Cancer Types & Facts

There are two primary types of bone cancer: 1) primary bone cancer, which originates in the bone tissue and can be either cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign); and 2) metastatic tumors of the bone tissue (which originated elsewhere in the body and…

Promising Cancer Research Needs Your Help

July 14, 2021 AFCR News

I am writing today to ask for your 2021 Annual Fund renewal gift to the Asian Fund for Cancer Research, and your decision is absolutely crucial! Right now, talented scientists are waiting for funding to pursue potentially life-saving research projects. Generous friends…