Volume 7, No. 01 MICA (P) 132/12/2007

HEAD AND NECK CANCER

Article contributed by : the Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy has made milestone Dr Leong Swan Swan accomplishments, allowing treatments to be even more Senior Consultant Dept of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Centre precise, with reduction in incidence and degree of long term side-effects like xerostomia (dry mouth).

Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) For locally-advanced NPC(stage III & IV) which are confined to the nasopharynx and regional lymph nodes in the neck, With cancer rates on the rise, has seen an studies have now shown combining chemotherapy and increasing trend in nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC). Now the radiotherapy has significantly improved outcome, resulting 5th most common cancer in Singapore males and 10th most in better long term control rate. common in female, this disease is seen to be more prominent among Southern Chinese individuals with the median age of around 45 years old. NPC currently makes up 60% of cancer in the head and neck region.

The common presenting symptoms are:

• Recurrent epistaxis (nose bleed) • Persistent ‘blocked nose’ • Reduced hearing • Tinnitus (ringing sound in the ears) • Unexplained neck lumps

Diagnosis for NPC is made usually via nasoendoscopy and biopsy. The main treatment remains as Radiotherapy for early stages of NPC, with a high cure rate. The advent of

CONTENTS. HEAD AND NECK CANCER 01 SUPER BOY 05 AN EXTRA SUIT OF ARMOUR 11 HEAD AND NECK CANCER (Continue.) 02 CHARITY DINNER CUM FASHION SHOW 06 SINGAPORE HOKKIEN HUAY KUAN FAMILY DAY 11 A DAY OF SUN, SAND, CANCER TV SHOW RAISES SEA AND SMILES 03 "HOPE FOR TOMORROW" 07 BUDDHIST LIBRARY CARNIVAL 2007 11 LEARNING ABOUT END-OF-LIFE CARE STUDY TOUR TO HONG KONG BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 11 DURING HOSPICE AWARENESS WEEK 04 NEW VOICE CLUB 08 MY HAPPY HEALTHY FAMILY 12 MAKING A DIFFERENCE, THE FIRST HEAD AND NECK EVEN IF IT’S FOR A DAY 04 CANCER AWARENESS WEEK 09 LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 12 RUN FOR HOPE 2007 05 CHANGI AIRPORT TERMINAL 3 10 UPCOMING EVENTS 12 ABOUT SINGAPORE CANCER SOCIETY SINGAPORE CANCER SOCIETY was established in 1964 as a self- HEAD AND NECK CANCER funding voluntary welfare organization. It has since taken a leading role in cancer prevention and control. (Continue.)

The Society is a self funding organization and does not receive any funding from the Community Chest. Hence funds are needed to be raised to support its various welfare programmes and free services. Squamous cell head and neck cancer (SCHNC)

Our Mission: SCHNC makes up for 30% of cancer in the head and neck region, The Singapore Cancer Society is a nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to preventing cancer as a with thyroid cancers and salivary gland cancers making up the major health problem, diminishing suffering from cancer, and enhancing the quality–of-life of cancer patients and their families, through public remaining 10%. education, financial assistance, screening, advocacy, research and patient services. SCHNC comprises of cancers in the oropharynx, hypopharynx and the Our Vision: larynx, affecting individuals in the older age group. Known causative To be the leading cancer organization in Singapore and the region with reputation for modern and effective programmes for cancer control. factors for SCHNC include smoking, betel nut chewing and other forms of chronic irritation. Our Programmes: 1. Financial Assistance - Cancer Treatment Fund (Cancer treatment subsidies for caner patients) - Welfare Aid for needy cancer patients The common presenting symptoms are: 2. Patient Assistance - Job Placement Programme - Psycho-Social Counselling • Persistent hoarseness of voice 3. Free Cancer Screening - Pap smear test (For Cervical cancer) • Non-healing mouth ulcers - Clinical breast examination (For Breast cancer) - Faecal Occult Blood Test [FOBT] (For Colorectal cancer) • Persistent pain in the throat 4. Public Education - Organize various cancer awareness campaigns • Difficulty swallowing - Conduct cancer-related talks and forums - Disseminate cancer information • Bleeding from the mouth or throat (via website & telephone service) - Conduct smoking cessation clinic • Abnormal neck lumps 5. Rehabilitation Support - Provide rehabilitative care for cancer patients undergoing treatment - Promote support group activities for cancer patients 6. Home Hospice Care The standard treatment for SCHNC is surgical resection, if the cancer - Offer medical and psycho-social care for terminally is resectable. This may be followed by additional radiotherapy or ill cancer patients 7. Cancer Research chemo-radiotherapy. In some situations, combined chemotherapy and - Support cancer research by giving out grants and awards. 8. Volunteer Management radiotherapy is the preferred mode of treatment. For example, - Offer volunteering opportunities to suit people with different an individual with cancer of the larynx and the hypopharynx may have interests and skills loss of voice or swallowing function after definitive surgery. In this CONTACT US AT situation, an organ-preservation approach using chemo-radiotherapy Main Clinic and Office: may be preferable. 15 Enggor Street, #04 -01 to 04 Realty Centre, Singapore 079716 Tel: 6221 9578 Fax: 6221 9575 Studies have shown that combined chemo-radiotherapy is a viable Branch Clinic: Blk 22 Boon Keng Road, #01-11 Singapore 330022 option to surgery in where appropriate, with almost equivalent Tel: 6396 6241 Fax: 6396 6243 outcome. However, there will be side-effects from the chemotherapy

You can also log on to our website at and radiotherapy. www.singaporecancersociety.org.sg for news and event information or email us at The last few years have seen many advances in cancer treatment. This [email protected] includes anti-cancer agents targeting specific features of abnormal

How You Can Help Us cancer cells, resulting in higher tolerance and fewer side effects. In the There are many ways in which you can help us in our fight against case of SCHNC, the use of anti-EGFR therapy with radiotherapy is cancer. Make a pledge to support us today and make a difference to the lives of people touched by cancer. considered an alternative to combined chemo-radiotherapy using Volunteer Your Time standard chemotherapeutic agents like cisplatin. Volunteers share a precious relationship with us. The time and effort rendered by them help make a real difference to people who are affected by or living with cancer. The time contributed by volunteers enables us to extend and develop the quality and scope of our services. Please help us in our fight against cancer by being a volunteer. You can email your contact details to us at [email protected]

CONTRIBUTORS EDITORIAL TEAM Huang Der Tuen Bernard Lim Janet Ling Sunny Wee Jeff Tan Janet Ling Karl Koh Susan Lui Ann Lee Rachel Lee A DAY OF SUN, SAND, SEA AND SMILES

It was a day of fun and frolic under the sun for 60 cancer patients and their loved ones – thanks to the courtesy of Singapore Petroleum Company Ltd (SPC) when they were taken on an excursion to Sentosa on 4th August.

The members from SPC Recreational Committee met the participants at the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) Headquarters in Enggor Street early in the morning where they were briefed on the day’s programme. All participants were presented with a door gift (sponsored by Hup Hin Ho The groups were led by a team of SPC representatives & SPC) before they broke up into separated smaller groups, in 3 separate chartered buses to VivoCity. each of which was led by a representative from SPC as their team leader.

The group then set off at 9.30am by chartered buses. Their first itinerary was the Sentosa 4D Magix Show where the audience were wowed by the special “live” environmental effects, the individually-controlled seats and the special visual effects.

A happy Mr Raymond Chetty posing for a picture with SPC’s staff

Next up was the Carlsberg’s Sky Tower where the participants feasted their eyes on panoramic views of Sentosa, the Southern Islands, Singapore mainland, and part of Malaysia and Indonesia islands. Without a doubt, much photo-taking took place at this stop of the excursion.

Following that was a historical walk down memory lane for the participants at the Images of Singapore. This got the patients reminiscing and interacting of their childhood days among themselves as well as their team leaders.

Finally it was time for a gastronomical experience at the Mr Chew Yeu Cheong, an Ostomy Club Member posing for a picture with Deon Goh of SCS Tastes of Singapore which was also the last leg of the tour. Sumptuous food, good company and lots to talk about, there was no better way than to end the day.

This excursion would be well summed up in the words of Ms Alice Loh, the organizer: “This event is a huge success as we believe not only the cancer patients gained some “sunshine” and laughter, even the organizers and volunteers benefited much!”

With that, patients of SCS would like to give thanks to SPC for a wonderful day of sun, sand, sea and smiles. Small group of cancer survivors and the SPC team. P3 LEARNING ABOUT MAKING A END-OF-LIFE CARE DURING DIFFERENCE, HOSPICE AWARENESS WEEK EVEN IF IT’S Hospice Awareness Week (HAW), an annual event chaired FOR A DAY by the Singapore Hospice Council, offered the public a A group photo taken with cancer survivors. wealth of information on the available hospice services.

One of the key highlights of this year’s HAW is a public On a day where the energy forum, held on 20th Oct at the Tan Tock Seng Hospital in of a small adventuring group rivaled the both English and Mandarin. sun’s warmth and shine, there was indeed much to smile and talk about as the Singapore Cancer Society’s outing to The theme was “Planning Ahead…….. final decisions”, and The Esplanade came to fruit on 1 Sept 2007. it addressed issues related to end-of-life care. As well as Advance-care planning, legal advice and a patient’s sharing. Organised in collaboration with the NUSSU Volunteer Action Both sessions were well-attended, with 83 people turning Committee (NVAC) and the Charity Fiesta 2007, the trip up for the English session and 55 for the Mandarin session. saw 29 patients and caregivers touring The Esplanade, lunching and sharing the joy of a 12-year Wedding Anniversary The session on Advance-care planning highlighted the with Mr Tan Wah Huat, a nasopharyngeal cancer survivor importance of discussing patients’ understanding of the and his wife, Jenny. illness, the prognosis and the preferred care and treatment available. It also put a spotlight on understanding patients’ As an annual project by the NVAC, the goals of the plan are concerns and wishes. to promote public youth volunteerism and fund-raising. With these purposes in hand, the outing to the Esplanade is just Legal advice was provided by lawyer Mr Edmund Kronenburg, one of the many plans that the NVAC has for its adopted who talked about the role of a will and the purpose of having beneficiaries – Minds Youth Group, Caregiver Counseling an Advanced Medical Directive (AMD) in the event of mental Welfare Association, Singapore Cancer Society and the incapacitation. Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped.

Also featured was Mr Benard Wong, a patient who shared Armed with goody bags and smiles on their faces, a mark poignant thoughts about how one should not increase the was made at The Esplanade that sunny day, with each person burden of the family if he or she loves them. He now spends bringing home with them a cherished memory. more time with his wife and three children and treasured the fact that he is still alive.

This forum would not have been made possible without the support of the Singapore Hospice Council, Tan Tock Seng Hospital and Yakult Singapore.

Mr Tan and Jenny’s 12th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

English Forum These young volunteers’ enthusiasm and energy bring a difference From left to right: Mr Edmund Kronenburg (speaker), Dr Angel Lee (speaker), to the many lives around them Mrs Wong and daughter, Mr Benard Wong (patient’s sharing), Dr Seet Ai Mei

P4 RUN FOR HOPE 2007 Under a fresh banner of enthusiasm, clear skies and electric energy, more than 7000 participants came together to join in the annual Run for Hope 2007.

The run which was formerly known as the Terry Fox Run, sought to raise fund for cancer research as well as advocating Participants warming up before the run. the need for a healthy lifestyle. Held at Siloso Beach, Sentosa on 17 Sept 2007, it was organized as a joint project between The Regent Singapore, Four Seasons Hotel and the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) in conjunction with the Canadian High Commission.

With Minister for Health Mr Khaw Boon Wan as the Guest- of-Honour, the run saw both cancer survivors and serious runners entering the 4km or 8km run. Entertainment was never far from the crowd, and participants were treated to live band performances after the run, with a public education booth set up to promote cancer awareness to the public.

The event raised more than $310,000 and SCS is grateful Participants at the start line ready to sprint. to those who have contributed to the event’s success, and looks forward to a bigger and even better run next year.

SUPER BOY 12-year-old proves that one can support cancer research at any age Twelve-year-old Vincent Asselin-Lauzon likes to squirrel aside a little bit of money each week into his savings box. Not for himself but instead in the name of charity for cancer research.

And this was exactly what Vincent did this year with his $260 worth of donations at the Singapore Cancer Society’s Run for Hope 2007.

Apparently this was result of a year’s long effort in collecting every cent possible for his donation.

Said dad Mr Eric Lauzon, “After participating in the Run for Hope two years ago, he decided he wanted to raise money for cancer research.”

Vincent’s parents supported his idea and gave him their encouragement. However, he was left to manage this project on his own. Vincent together with his two brothers Vincent donating his savings into the donation box -Alexis Asselin-Lauzon, 15, and Guillaume Asselin-Lauzon, at the SCS booth. 17, were spurred to take part in the Run for Hope after their grandfather succumbed to liver cancer.

“We were aware that a lot of people are suffering from cancer, And it looks like donating to cancer research marks just and decided to help in the fundraising effort for cancer the beginning for Vincent, as he plans to accompany his research,” said his mother Mylene, who is a homemaker mother next year when she journeys to Cambodia to help and an active participant in other charitable causes. the less fortunate.

P5 CHARITY DINNER CUM FASHION SHOW SCREENS A NEW SIDE OF LIFE TO CANCER The event raised over $300,000 in aid of the SCS Hope for Tomorrow Fund.

Cancer Survivors taking to the Runway. It was almost like Project Runway, on par with glitz, glamour and beauty, except with more humbling stories from the models themselves.

Presentation of Token of Appreciation to Mrs Lim Hwee Dr Ang Peng Tiam, Vice Chairman SCS, Hua, Minister for State for Finance and Transport by Dr Ms Evelyn Teo, one of the Cancer Survivors giving the Welcome Speech Koo Wen Hsin, Chairman of SCS. The art piece was auction who took to the runway. off for $7.000

The Charity Dinner with a difference jointly organised by The Charity Dinner also saw an auction where various items, the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) and Can-Care Pte Ltd accessories and clothes were auctioned off later in the to raise money for its Hope for Tomorrow Fund. For the first evening. These ranged from the models’ walkway clothes, time the dinner cum fashion show showcased 19 ex-cancer an Angelica evening Purse and even an exquisite Jade ladies who took to the runway in apparel sponsored by F J . The auction also saw Mrs Lim generously putting Benjamin and Tyan Boutique. These ladies included an 89- up for auction the painting by Mrs Sim Kee Boon which was year-old grandmother and Singapore’s actress Koh Chieng presented to her at the dinner. This painting raised $7,000. Mun all strutting down the walkway. Time was taken at the dinner as well to hold an award These models who have fought or are fighting cancer have presentation, where research grants amounting to $240,500 found a common purpose: to communicate to women cancer were given to four researchers whose work will focus around survivors that there is hope and life after cancer, and that cancer-related research. one should always look ahead to a better tomorrow. SCS Vice Chairman Dr Ang Peng Tiam said: “The work these Their sentiments echoed the Dinner’s theme, which said researchers are proposing to do is important in increasing “Why should life be any different?” our understanding of the various types of cancers and their impact, not only on the body but also on the emotional and Held at the Ritz Carlton on 13 Oct 2007, the show was psychological well being of the patient and the family. With graced by the Minister for State for Finance and Transport, better understanding, there can be improved care and Mrs Lim Hwee Hua as the guest of honour. In her dinner hence, quality of life.” speech, Mrs Lim urged employers “not to turn a deaf ear” to ex-cancer patients seeking to re-join the market after SCS wishes to thank it sponsors, donors, volunteers, Reach they have recovered from their illness. She said instead that To Recovery Support Group and the Look Good… Feel many of these patients have fully recuperated under the Better Programme Group for their generous donations, expert hands of their oncologists and the society should participation and making The Charity Dinner a success. show compassion by giving them the change to lead meaningful lives.

P6 CANCER TV SHOW RAISES "HOPE FOR TOMORROW" With the theme “Hope for tomorrow – a little compassion goes a long way”, the show helped give a new life to both cancer patients and the Singapore Cancer Society

The work of the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) has seen Other programmes to which the money will go to range much change since its humble beginnings in 1964. From from the Hospice Homecare programme which looks after its primary role of public education in its early years, the terminally ill cancer patients, to free cancer screening SCS has now seen its mission evolve into one that seeks services for members of the public and even organising not only to prevent and control cancer, but to enhance public education forums to promote cancer awareness. health and quality of life in the community. Besides medical and educational benefits, funds are also Standing firm in its stance to help provide financial assistance used to aid cancer patients in their emotional and daily and home medical care for needy cancer patients, the SCS needs as well as providing rehabilitation support to help is finding that it has to reach out to the community and cancer survivors get back on track with their lives. garner support and help for these individuals. With such generosity and kindness from the sponsors and The Cancer Charity Show 2007 was organised in an attempt the public, the Cancer Charity Show was made a success, to raise funds in aid of providing welfare services for cancer and while the SCS extends its thanks and gratitude to patients and its own various programmes. those who made it possible, it will continue to stand firm in its promise to deliver quality health care and life to Telecasted live over TV 8 on 28 Oct 2007, this the community. event signalled the Society’s third television show and fifth fund-raiser staged this year. Even without the dangerous and heart-pounding stunts and exciting lucky draws, the Getai Glamour and Mandarin Song-and-Dance program managed to appeal to the hearts of the public, and in its stead raised over $6 million from its initial target of $5 million.

SCS Vice Chairman Dr Ang Peng Tiam had this to say of the Charity Show: “SCS believes in organising major fund- raising events, like the TV charity show, only when we need to. We did not hold a TV show in 2006. However, this year, we had to do so because of a significant deficit in our operating budget.”

With the funds raised, it will be used to aid the Society’s Both local and foreign artistes come together for a one-night various programmes such as the SCS Cancer Treatment performance, all in the name of Charity. Fund, which supports needy patients who require expensive but efficacious cancer drugs.

From Left : MediaCorp Artiste - , Kym Ng, Michelle Chong, Guest-of- Hosts from left: Honour Mrs Yu-Foo Yee Shoon, Minister of State, Ministry of Community Wu Xiaoli, Mark Lee, Quan Yi Feng Development, Youth & Sports, Dr Koo Wen Hsin (Chairman, SCS), Dr Ang Peng Tiam (Chairman of The Cancer Charity Show 2007 Committee, Vice Chairman, SCS) Mr Chang Long Jong (Deputy CEO, MediaCorp TV Cluster.)

P7 STUDY TOUR TO HONG KONG NEW VOICE CLUB BY SINGAPORE CANCER SOCIETY NEW VOICE CLUB, FROM 7 SEPT 2007 TO 10 SEPT 2007 A generous sponsorship and well coordinated efforts for the Singapore Cancer Society New Voice Club (SCS NVC) was back in Hong Kong for a second visit to their counterpart.

The trip, from 7 - 10 Sept 2007 was sponsored by Mr Seah Hock Thiam, Chairman of Tsing Yi Enterprises Pte Ltd, and the study tour coordinated with precision and ease by Mr Chiam Mr. Seah Hock Thiam, Kia Soon – a man who is said to be a very good friend of cancer patients. Furthermore, a Chairman, prior visit made by the Hong Kong NVC on 5 Jan 2007 to Singapore made the study trip a Tsing Yi Enterprises Pte Ltd much easier and well-organised one.

Hong Kong NVC’s visit to Singapore Cancer Society on While having our study tour, we also attended the Hong Kong 5th Jan 2007 New Voice Club 23rd Anniversary on 8th Sept 2007.

The purpose of this study tour, was set to achieve Our Hong Kong friends were thoughtful in catering the following: to the SCS NVC individual travel needs as well as their annual dinner. The dinner proved to be a splendid (1) To learn from Hong Kong how their club runs and luxurious affair, as over 2000 club members from vis-à-vis their hospital and health systems, the Hong Kong NVC and 1000 members and guests patient care facilities, training and rehabilitation attended the grand occasion that night. programmes. A group of laryngectomees from Taiwan and South (2) To learn about the specialized care for cancer China were also invited for this event. The annual patients from the club, hospital and family view celebration in Hong Kong showed the SCS team the points so that members can expand their views wonderful planning and organizing abilities of the on the post treatment and lifestyle issues of Hong Kong Club members and how they would show laryngectomees. their appreciation to doctors, members and volunteers.

(3) To provide an opportunity for members to travel More importantly it showed how the club members to a distant land and learn on both a group and included the SCS team as their invited guests. personal level from their Hong Kong counterparts. The learning curve included the societal view of elderly cancer patients in the Hong Kong society.

P8 New found Taiwan friend. Singapore Cancer Society NVC Members at the Hong Kong Airport.

Making new friends presented itself as an opportunity Seasonal mooncakes were not the only shopping gifts for the Singapore team as they mingled with newfound that were brought back to Singapore for the 43 members, friends from Taiwan. Topics of discussions grew from volunteers and staff who participated in the study tour. the different healthcare systems between Hong Kong Along with it came memories, friendship, concern and and Taiwan to patient care facilities and even to the care for one another. Besides learning from both their running order of respective clubs. These valuable Hong Kong and Taiwan friends, the team had the privilege to travel with an elderly 80 year old laryngectomee exchanges, besides being enriching proved meaningful individual who enjoyed his trip without any physical as future ideas were sowed on how Singapore could problem. Most heart warming however was to see one improve and run its own club. patient, who, in his 50s never had a chance to travel on an airplane until this opportunity. The team also visited Queen Elizabeth Hospital, their patients and ward caring for those with laryngectomees. With friendships forged and lessons learnt, it was a most The trip, besides being an eye-opener brought the wonderful feeling to know that there are many friends Singapore team many friends and learning of cancer patients like Mr Chiam and Mr Seah who opportunities through the thoughtful planning of their believe whole-heartedly in cancer patients and in the Hong Kong friends. normal life that they can lead like any other healthy people. The one thing we carry dearly with us, is that when one has cancer, they are not alone.

THE FIRST HEAD AND NECK CANCER AWARENESS WEEK Over $1,000 was raised for the needy patients of the SCS New Voice Club

With efforts to raise funds for the needy head and neck cancer patients, the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) and Merck Serono have organised the first “Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week” to take place between the 14th and 21st July 2007. Audience participating in the Q & A session.

The event was launched by Vice Chairman of SCS, Dr Ang To raise awareness, a public forum was organized on the 21st Peng Tiam with the objectives of creating awareness among Jul 2007 at the HDB Hub, Convention Centre where more high risk patients, as well as smokers, who are at risk of cancer. than 200 participants turned up. Dr Leong Swan Swan a guest speaker shared with the audience an overview of the Funds were raised through a charity drive “Adopt-a-Pearl- disease and the various treatments available while cancer Ribbon” for the patients of the SCS’ New Voice Club. survivors, Mr Tang Jin and Mr Leong Kok Wai shared their Each pearl ribbon is sold at $5 at the SCS Headquarters. experiences in battling the disease.

P9 CHANGI AIRPORT TERMINAL 3 OPEN HOUSE WITH CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE

terminal 3’s transit area. A view of the runway from

Cancer survivors get a chance to tour the new Changi Airport Terminal 3. Proceeds Welfare patients listening attentively to the Guide’s explanation. from guided tours is donated to SCS which is the CAAS adopted charity

A group of 22 cancer survivors were treated to an eye-opening guided tour of the new Changi Airport Terminal 3 on 6 Nov.

The T3 open house was from 12 Nov to 9 Dec 2007, where visitors to the terminal have the option to choose between the self-guided tour ($1) and the guided tour ($3).

What’s special for the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) group was that SCS is the adopted charity of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). All proceeds from the tours Group photo taken with CAAS & SCS Staff at the open house is donated to the SCS.

Donation boxes were placed at several counters in Terminal They also got a peep at the innovative retail shops at the 3 for a period of 4 weeks in the hope of garnering even more transit area and getting a first hand view of the grand runway. funds for SCS’s welfare programmes. Left amazed and delighted at seeing such sights, our welfare patients wish to give their deepest appreciation to the CAAS The tour began in the departure lounge right through to the for giving them the opportunity to have an enjoyable time at transit area with a full load to information for them to digest. the new Terminal. They were given detailed explanation on the natural lightings used in the building which are controlled by computers that The group looks forward to participating in future events. adjust the various solar panels automatically.

P10 AN EXTRA SUIT OF BUDDHIST LIBRARY ARMOUR FOR CARNIVAL 2007 CANCER PATIENTS Pristine and prominent white gazebos welcomed Buddhists and members of the public as the Buddhist Fair opened its doors on 18 Nov 2007.

Held near the Aljunied MRT station, the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) was proud to be involved as it did its part by setting up a booth at the fair. To promote cancer awareness, brochures were distributed, together with items such as the “Hope 2008” scheduler and Julie Roberts sponsored Four- Dr Khin Khin Win administering a flu jab to a New Voice Club member. Leaf Clover products were sold to raise funds for the society.

The event managed to raise some $800 for the society, Like many other diseases, cancer patients and the SCS is thankful for all the enthusiasm and support who have previously undergone or are from the devotees. currently undergoing treatment would be concerned with any new symptoms or viruses that may infect them. BREAST CANCER GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) contributed generously to help ease their worries by sponsoring a flu vaccine for the AWARENESS MONTH members of the New Voice Club on 7th Aug. OCTOBER 2007

Administered by Dr Khin Khin Win, a Medical Administrator The organizers have done it again! Through the use of both of the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) at its headquarters, print and broadcast mediums, and public forums in English this vaccine would help boost the patients’ immunity against and Mandarin, Breast Cancer Awareness Month was a flu and ease their burden in their battle against cancer. success. The public was informed, educated and reminded of Breast Cancer through medical information provided by doctors and survivors through sharing their experiences. SINGAPORE HOKKIEN HUAY KUAN FAMILY DAY It was all songs and Getai-like drama as families joined in the fun that was Singapore’s Hokkien Huay Kuan Family Day event. Held on 11 Nov 2007 at the Singapore Expo, families flocked to the event and joined in on the many games and food stalls. Cancer awareness was never far from the event, as 80 sets of Faecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) kits were given out to participants, with donations collected amounting to some $110. Most of all, the event acted as a platform to reach out to people of all ages and the SCS is thankful to those who have made it possible.

P11 MY HAPPY LUNG CANCER HEALTHY FAMILY AWARENESS MONTH NOVEMBER 2007 Lung Cancer does not only affect smokers but instead anyone of any age can be a victim of this disease. With efforts to raise awareness, forums were conducted for people from the Singapore Civil Defence and to students Have your health screened at your door from ITE Dover. step, impossible? Well, it has happened! As for the general public, forums in English and Mandarin was organised with aims to educate. Doctors and counsellors An event jointly organised by Novartis (Singapore) Pte Ltd, were present at these forums to advise in the prevention Singapore Cancer Society and Singapore Heart Foundation against lung cancer and shared ways to quit smoking. to promote public education and prevention of Cancer The participation of the audience is most welcome at and heart diseases, My Happy Healthy Family campaigns these forums. to raise awareness of these diseases by providing screenings at attractive rates.

A mobile screening is conducted for Singaporeans right at their door steps. Recipients of various welfare aids UPCOMING EVENTS would receive these screenings for free. A healthy lifestyle is not only for those who can afford it but instead for 22 March 2008: SCS FLAG DAY all Singaporeans. More details will be announce nearer the date.

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