Tag: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Wellness

October 16

My Mom's Depression Is Not Pagiinarte | Smart Parenting

A breast cancer warrior's mom's open letter to family and friends who cannot understand why her cancer-free mom is 'not herself'.

TW: Depression, suicidal thoughtsOctober is both Breast Cancer and Mental Health Awareness Month. The open letter below is written by Mylene*, daughter of a breast cancer warrior who has also been diagnosed with Major Depression and Anxiety Disorder with Suicidal Thoughts.Mylene's mother also
Inspiration

October 7

Mom And Breast Cancer Survivor's Inspiring Story | Smart Parenting

In just two years, April Perreras went from receiving a breast cancer diagnosis to being cancer-free and becoming a certified cancer exercise specialist.

To some, two years can just be a short passing of time. But for April Perreras, two years was enough to turn her whole life around--she went from battling breast cancer to surviving cancer, and today, advocating fitness and strength.In October 2021,
Real Parenting

October 29

This Book Teaches Kids About Brest Cancer

The book was written by Jaymee Wins, a breast cancer warrior and former TV and movie personality.

Jaymee Wins, a familiar face in Philippine television during the mid-2000s may be more familiar to parents as Jaymee Joaquin. An actress, model and host, Jaymee decided to pack her bags and leave the sparkling limelight of show business to travel the
Your Health

October 9

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Breast Cancer Risk

A healthy diet can help you protect yourself from this disease.

The causes of breast cancer are hard to pinpoint, but an unhealthy diet composed of too many ultra-processed foods can increase a woman’s risk of having that disease, according to a 2018 study.Published in the journal The BMJ, the study evaluated the
News

October 8

Breast Cancer in PH + How to Perform a Breast Self-Exam

Breast cancer is also one of the leading causes of death among Filipinas.

In commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, PhilStar Global reports that the Philippines has the highest prevalence of breast cancer among 197 countries, according to data from the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society.The Department of Health (DOH) also says that
Your Health

October 5

How to Prevent Breast Cancer Early

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Learn if you have the risk factors.

Our country has the highest incidence of breast cancer in Asia with one in every 13 Pinay women at risk of getting the disease in their lifetime, according to the Philippine Society of Medical Oncology. The Department of Health (DOH) and the
Your Health

October 25

Why Having Breast Cancer Was a Blessing for Me

Pinay cancer survivors share their journey and the lessons they learned from their experiences.

Cancer is the childhood bully who pounces on you from behind when you least expect it. But how you handle it makes all the difference. A couple of years ago, I accompanied my mom for her physical check-up, but I didn't have one

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