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SHINE FOR PINK 2023 | CHARITY GALA DINNER BY UMMC’S BREAST CANCER RESOURCE CENTRE AND CANDY GIRLS SUPPORT GROUP


 

The Breast Cancer Resource Centre and Candy Girls Support Group of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) are delighted to announce a memorable evening filled with inspiration, compassion, and a touch of cultural grace. 



We invite the community to join us at the upcoming "Shine for Pink” Charity Gala Dinner, scheduled for November 25th at Komune Living & Wellness in Cheras.



Our esteemed Patron and Chairman of The Lion-Parkson Foundation, Puan Sri Chelsia Chan Chau Ha, who has provided unwavering support since 2019, will grace the evening, setting the tone for an event that symbolises resilience and strength in the face of adversity. 



Joining us will be Professor Dr. Nazirah Binti Hasnan, Director of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, a driving force behind our mission to bridge the gap in breast cancer care, as well as the Ambassadors of UMMC’s Pink October 2023, Dato’ Sri Shyleena Faridah Hope (Founder of Mrs Asia Worldwide Sdn Bhd) and Miss Chiong Pei-Pei (Chief Brand Officer of eSHOPlive). Our Pink October 2023 Advisor, Professor Dr. See Mee Hoong, a consultant breast surgeon and a driving force in breast cancer research and fundraising at UMMC, will also be in attendance.

 


Bringing an emotionally charged dimension to the event's programme, breast cancer survivors from our Candy Girls Support Group will take the stage for captivating performances. 



The evening will commence with their rendition of Mariah Carey's "Hero," setting the tone for the night. Additionally, the Candy Girls will showcase dynamic and graceful dance performances. 



Their presence serves as a beacon of inspiration, reinforcing our commitment to those who continue to battle this formidable adversary. 




In collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC), we are thrilled to present a fashion show featuring models from Shine Angels and Mrs. Asia Worldwide. 



They will elegantly showcase our traditional attire, the Kebaya, designed by Pakar Busana Melayu and Mrs. Asia Worldwide. The Kebaya, a timeless cultural gem, reflects grace and tradition, and this showcase aligns with our efforts to garner UNESCO’s recognition of the Kebaya as a world heritage. 



Representatives from Tourism Malaysia, En Azizul Raheem Awalludin (Senior Assistant DirectorDomestic & Events DivisionTourism Malaysia),  Dr. Khairul Helmi A Manap (Senior Assistant Director, Corporate Management), Mr. Azmi Abdullah, and Cik Nazasheera, also attended the dinner on behalf of the Director General, Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia), Dato' Dr Ammar Abd Ghapar.

 


Amongst the attendees were also venerable guests, including YHs Dato' Mustaffa Idrus, Chairman of Pertubuhan Aktivis Masyarakat Melayu Malaysia (PAMM), Professor Datin Paduka Dr Teoh Soo-Hwang, the Founding Chief Executive of Cancer Research Malaysia, Captain Cheah Eng Eng and Senior Vice President of Keyfields Offshore Sdn Bhd.


                       

The Pink Gala Dinner is more than an event; it's a symbol of unity in the fight against breast cancer. As a one-stop centre for breast cancer care, our team receives patients nationwide, with a majority of them coming from the B40 economic group who are unable to finance their diagnostic investigations and lose the opportunity for an early diagnosis. Patients are forced to delay treatment, which reduces their overall survival rate. 



100% of proceeds will go towards the B40 Diagnostic Fund (under PPUMCare), which is dedicated to providing financial support to these underprivileged patients who often bear the burden of this disease. We believe that by joining hands and hearts, we can make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer.

 

For additional details about UMMC’s Breast Cancer Resource Centre and Candy Girls Support Group and to learn how you can contribute, please visit our website at https://ummc.edu.my or our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CGummc/   Breast Cancer Awareness Month signifies a time for unity, compassion, and collective action. 



Join us as we strive to make a meaningful impact in the ongoing battle against breast cancer.


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SHINE For PINK GALA DINNER 2023 | Join and Support This Fund Raising Dinner For Underprivileged Breast Cancer Patients


  The Breast Cancer Resource Centre (BCRC) team at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), in partnership with the Candy Girls Support Group, is delighted to unveil our initiatives for Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October. This annual observance serves as a critical reminder of the importance of early detection, awareness, and support for those affected by this widespread disease.

 


  Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent health issues globally, affecting individuals and their families. It is the most prevalent cancer among Malaysian women. The impact is profound, underscoring the need for proactive measures and unified efforts to combat this disease. 


  With early detection, treatment is more effective and recovery chances increase. However, the socioeconomically challenged demographic faces a reduced likelihood of receiving timely and suitable medical care due to elevated healthcare expenses, resulting in an unfavourable survival rate.


 

  Hence, our team is dedicated to making a significant impact this Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a series of planned events and activities designed to inform, support and inspire. Our activities include:

 

i)   Women’s Health Forum: A whole day event that will be held on the 21st of October 2023 at Auditorium South Tower, UMMC. This forum is in collaboration with the Pink Ribbon Wellness Foundation, which is headed by Datuk Dr. Devanand and Ms. Yong Lee Lee. 


T   The forum will encompass a diverse array of topics, offering comprehensive insights into various aspects of breast cancer. Several interesting topics to look forward to include “Lifestyle Choices for Breast Cancer Prevention”, “Navigating Insurance and Financial Challenges in Breast Cancer Care”, “Update on Surgical Management in Early Breast Cancer” and many more. The event has a RM50 registration fee and is limited to the first 250 participants. 

 



I.    Pink Gala Dinner 2023: A fundraising dinner that will be held on the 25th November 2023 at Komune Living & Wellness - LG@The Event Place for the B40 Diagnostic Funds. 

    

     As a one stop centre for breast cancer care, our team receives patients nationwide with a majority of them coming from the B40 economic group who are unable to finance their diagnostic investigations and lose the opportunity for an early diagnosis. Patients are forced to delay treatment which reduces their overall survival rate. The B40 Diagnostic Fund is dedicated to providing financial support to underprivileged patients for their diagnostic investigations of breast cancer. 



     Besides being a fundraiser, the event is organised to celebrate and support breast cancer survivors and will feature singing and traditional dance performances by breast cancer survivors from the UMMC Candy Girls Support Group. Furthermore, our Pink Gala dinner will include an exhibition on our traditional wear - the Kebaya Costume - from PakarBusana Melayu Tanahair and Mrs. Asia Worldwide which is part of the efforts to raise and gain UNESCO’s acknowledgement of kebaya as a world heritage. 


    With our Pink October Ambassadors - Dato' Sri Shyleena Faridah Khamis, Founder from Mrs Asia Worldwide and Ms. Chiong Pei Pei, Chief Brand Officer from Eshoplive Sdn. Bhd. making the height of this fundraising event meaningful and inspiring.

 


 We invite individuals, organisations, and communities to join us in our efforts this October. Here's how you can make a difference:

 

i)    Participate in Fundraising: Your donation can support vital research and patient assistance programmes.

 


   Spread Awareness: Share our campaigns and educational resources on social media to help raise awareness.

 

I.     Attend Our Events: Join us at our events to learn, engage, and show your support.

 

I     Support Survivors: Reach out to those who have battled breast cancer and offer your encouragement and understanding.


 

  For more information on our Pink October 2023: “Closing the Care Gap” activities and how to get involved, please visit our website at https://ummc.edu.my


   Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time for unity, compassion, and action. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.

 

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FedEx Lights Up Malaysia’s Iconic Kuala Lumpur Tower to Celebrate Milestone 50th Anniversary


FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world's largest express transportation companies, celebrated its anniversary by lighting up the Kuala Lumpur Tower, one of the tallest structures in Southeast Asia, in shades of the official FedEx colors purple and orange on April 17.

 


This year marks the 50th anniversary of FedEx worldwide and the 30th anniversary of FedEx in Malaysia. To celebrate this significant milestone, the company had the Kuala Lumpur Tower lit up to express its commitment to its customers and its gratitude for being welcomed as a member of the community for decades.

 


FedEx began its operations on April 17, 1973, in Memphis, Tennessee, with 389 team members and 14 aircrafts. On that first night, the company delivered 186 packages to 25 cities across the United States. Now, the company employs nearly 530,000 employees worldwide and ships 16.5 million packages daily across the globe.

 

Over time, FedEx expanded its services to include international destinations, launching its first international services in Asia and Europe in 1984. In 1993, the company introduced direct services to customers in Malaysia, further expanding its global reach and capabilities. FedEx in Malaysia launched a transpacific next day service for Penang in 1997 and opened a facility in Batu Kawan to strengthen the network and meet local customer demand in 2020.

 


At this important milestone, FedEx is committed to stay ahead of the supply chain curve by focusing on best-in-class innovations that will pave the way for the future.

 

FedEx team members across Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) including Malaysia came together with those across the globe to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary through 50 Days of Caring. Team members supported the communities they serve every day by volunteering their time and donating items to agencies in need.



Whether it was through refurbishing schools and hospitals or cleaning up parks and beaches, giving back is part of the company’s culture. FedEx also recently announced it exceeded its FedEx Cares 50 by 50 goal of helping 50 million people by its 50th birthday.


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Novartis Malaysia And National Cancer Institute | Provide Senyuman And Harapan To Breast Cancer Patients

 

In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness monthNovartis Malaysia has joined forces with the Medical Education Association of National Cancer Institute (NCI) to inspire and honour the strength and survivorship of breast cancer patients, especially those within the public healthcare system.

 


In recent times, Malaysia’s public healthcare has improved with better inroads for breast cancer patients to access the latest innovative therapies like targeted therapies. 



This campaign aimed to inspire and provide hope to breast cancer patients, including advanced breast cancer (aBC) patients, will be accorded for a better quality of life with early screening as well as access to treatment and targeted therapies.


 

Themed Senyuman dan Harapan, the program kickstarted on 17 October and featured a series of activities and an exhibition showcasing inspiring artworks from breast cancer survivors. 



Several non-governmental organisations namely Kenwork and Yayasan Budi Penyayang participated in the campaign too. These artworks serve as a platform for patients to inspire others by sharing their experiences living with aBC.

 


The installation and exhibition artworks displayed will be permanently located at Galeri Senyuman dan Harapan at Level 4 of NCI. Anchoring the gallery is a beautifully handcrafted Tree of Hope by KakiSeni (Pohon Harapan), with inspirational messages by the artist and breast cancer patient.

 


Yang Berbahagia Puan Nori Abdullah, Chairman of Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia together with Yang Berbahagia Datuk Harjeet Singh a/l Hardev Singh, Secretary General of the Ministry of Health; Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Dr Asmayani binti Khalib, Deputy Director General of Health of the Ministry of Health; Dr. Mohd Anis bin Haron, Director of NCI; Yang Berbahagia Datin Dr Zuhanis bt Abdul Hamid, Chairman of Medical Education Association of NCI as well as Elwakil Mohamed, Country President of Novartis Malaysia & Brunei launched the Galeri Senyuman dan Harapan.

 




Elwakil Mohamed, Country President of Novartis Malaysia & Brunei, said: 


“Apart from reimagining medicines to improve and extend people’s lives, Novartis is also committed to reimagining hope for breast cancer patients. Our purpose is to educate, inspire and empower breast cancer patients to not lose their hope as there are progressive treatments available that have shown positive results. 



In the recently launched National Strategic Plan for Cancer Control Programme 2021-2025, there were requests to include new targeted therapies in the Ministry of Health Formulary. Our collaboration with NCI is the perfect way to showcase the indomitable spirit of those battling breast cancer or beating the disease.


 

Meanwhile, Dr. Mohamed Anis bin Haron, Director of NCI, said:

 

“The collaboration with Novartis Malaysia was important in raising breast cancer awareness, particularly on early screening and innovative therapies that provide quality of life.  



Despite the prevalence of breast cancer in Malaysia, understanding of this remains low. I hope this initiative with Novartis Malaysia will revive the patients’ spirit in accessing the right screening and treatment.” 


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