Sarawak Breast Cancer Support Group

3 weeks ago

💗 Why Rural Outreach Matters

For many women in rural communities, accessing healthcare services is not as simple as making an appointment. Long travel distances, limited transportation options, financial constraints, and family or work commitments can all become barriers to health screening.

As a result, some women may delay or miss important screenings, increasing the risk of cancers being detected at a later stage.

This is why outreach programmes are so important. By bringing breast cancer and HPV DNA screening services directly to rural communities, we help reduce these barriers and ensure that more women have access to early detection and timely care.

Because every woman deserves the opportunity to protect her health, regardless of where she lives.

If you would like to support outreach programmes like this and help us reach more underserved communities across Sarawak, please consider contributing to our latest Go Bald Campaign. Your donation will help fund awareness, screening, education, and support initiatives for those who need them most.

💗 Early Detection Saves Lives.

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Sarawak Breast Cancer Support Group

3 weeks ago

💗 Bringing Life-Saving Screening Closer to Women in the Community

Sarawak Breast Cancer Support Group (SBCSG), in collaboration with Program ROSE, successfully organised the Breast Cancer and HPV DNA Screening Programme in conjunction with Pesta Kaul Kut Muara 2026 in Dalat, Sarawak.

This outreach initiative was aimed at improving access to breast health awareness and screening services, particularly for women in rural and underserved communities. Beyond providing screening opportunities, the programme created meaningful engagement with local residents while promoting the importance of early detection and timely intervention.

More than 100 women turned up for the programme, demonstrating the community’s strong commitment towards preventive healthcare. Nearly 50 women underwent breast cancer screening, while 20 eligible participants received HPV DNA screening.

The breast examinations identified 7 women with abnormal findings, who have since been referred to the nearest hospital for further assessment and follow-up. Laboratory analysis for the HPV DNA tests is currently underway, and results will be communicated directly and confidentially to the respective participants upon completion.

We were honoured by the presence and support of YB Dato Sri Hajah Fatimah Abdullah, whose commitment to women’s health and community well-being continues to inspire efforts to reach more women across Sarawak.

SBCSG extends its sincere appreciation to ROSE Foundation, healthcare professionals, volunteers, community leaders, and all partners who contributed to the success of this programme. Through collaboration and community engagement, we can continue ensuring that more women have access to the screening and support they need.

💗 Early Detection Saves Lives.

💗 Membawa Saringan Kesihatan Lebih Dekat Kepada Wanita Dalam Komuniti

Sarawak Breast Cancer Support Group (SBCSG) dengan kerjasama Yayasan ROSE telah berjaya menganjurkan Program Saringan Kanser Payudara dan HPV DNA sempena Pesta Kaul Kut Muara 2026 di Dalat, Sarawak.

Program outreach ini bertujuan meningkatkan akses kepada saringan kesihatan dan kesedaran mengenai kanser payudara, khususnya bagi wanita di kawasan luar bandar dan komuniti yang kurang mendapat akses kepada perkhidmatan kesihatan. Selain menyediakan peluang saringan, program ini turut menjadi platform untuk mendekati masyarakat setempat dan menekankan kepentingan pengesanan awal.

Lebih daripada 100 wanita hadir menyertai program ini, menunjukkan kesedaran yang semakin meningkat terhadap kepentingan penjagaan kesihatan dan pengesanan awal. Daripada jumlah tersebut, hampir 50 wanita menjalani saringan kanser payudara, manakala 20 peserta yang layak telah menjalani saringan HPV DNA.

Hasil pemeriksaan payudara mendapati 7 wanita mempunyai penemuan abnormal dan telah dirujuk ke hospital terdekat untuk penilaian serta pemeriksaan lanjut. Bagi saringan HPV DNA pula, proses analisis makmal masih sedang dijalankan dan keputusan akan dimaklumkan secara terus dan sulit kepada peserta yang terlibat.

Kami amat berbesar hati menerima sokongan dan kehadiran YB Dato Sri Hajah Fatimah Abdullah yang sentiasa komited dalam memperkasakan kesihatan dan kesejahteraan wanita di Sarawak.

SBCSG merakamkan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan kepada Yayasan ROSE, petugas kesihatan, sukarelawan, pemimpin komuniti dan semua pihak yang telah membantu menjayakan program ini. Melalui kerjasama yang erat, kita dapat memastikan lebih ramai wanita mendapat akses kepada saringan dan sokongan yang diperlukan.

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Sarawak Breast Cancer Support Group

4 weeks ago

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