Here's Where You Can Seek Help As A Breast Cancer Patient In Malaysia
You're never alone! There are many communities around to offer a helping hand.
By May Vin Ang — 23 Sep 2024, 04:20 PM
1. National Cancer Society of Malaysia
National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) is the first non-profit cancer organisation in the country. It provides education, care, and support services to people affected by cancer, their caregivers, and the general public.
Established in 1966, NCSM is financed entirely by donations from the public. Its head office and Cancer & Health Screening Clinic is in Kuala Lumpur, where they provide highly subsidised cancer screening services to the underprivileged.
NCSM also offers peer support groups, motivational and wellness classes, cancer information services and hotline, and even breast prostheses fittings and wigs.
Address: 66, Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-2698 7300
Helpline: 1-800-88-1000
Email: [email protected]
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2. National Cancer Council (MAKNA)
Launched in 1995 as a non-profit, non-governmental organisation, the National Cancer Council (MAKNA) aims to provide curative, preventive, research, and support services to cancer patients and their families, high-risk groups, and the general public in Malaysia.
MAKNA provides free mammogram screenings in their mobile trailers, especially to the underprivileged located far from hospitals. It also provides treatment at its MAKNA Cancer Institute in collaboration with Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, patient support services through home care nursing, halfway house, and cancer hotline, and even financial aid.
Address: BG 03A & 05, Ground Floor, Megan Ambassy, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-2162 9178
Helpline: 1-800-88-62562
Email: [email protected]
3. Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA)
Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA) was founded in 1986 by medical specialists to provide peer support for breast cancer patients and survivors.
They offer psychosocial support, education, and care for individuals affected by breast cancer and actively promote early detection of breast cancer to the public.
They provide free clinical breast examinations, peer support and counselling, family support, talks and workshops, and also financial support.
Address: 5th Floor, Bangunan Sultan Salahuddin, Abdul Aziz Shah, 16 Jalan Utara, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: +603-7954 0133
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4. Breast Cancer Foundation
Formerly known as Pride Foundation, the Breast Cancer Foundation has been proud to be at the forefront of breast cancer awareness and support programmes for breast cancer patients and empowerment for breast cancer survivors.
The Breast Cancer Foundation also offers monetary support to breast cancer patients through their Breast Cancer Foundation Patient Fund, which provides financial aid to patients with a monthly household income of RM5,000 and below.
Address: C-32-1, The Troika, Persiaran KLCC, 50450, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6012-609 0813
5. Pink Ribbon Wellness Foundation
Pink Ribbon Wellness Foundation (PRWF) was registered in 2012 and aims to empower all women with sufficient knowledge on breast health care and preventive measures.
PRWF strongly advocates regular breast screening for early detection of cancer, actively organises lectures on various treatment options by experts, and most importantly, makes available the much-needed supportive care towards a better life.
It offers breast cancer support groups, breast health navigators to assist patients during treatments, preventative and awareness programmes, breast self-examination trainings, nutritional counselling, and even a comprehensive breast cancer library.
It also offers onsite prosthetic breast fittings, mastectomy bras and garments, as well as Look Good, Feel Good workshops for survivors.
Address: No. 3, Jalan Kilang 215/51, Off Jalan Templer, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: +6013-7425828
Email: [email protected]
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6. Hospis Malaysia
Hospis Malaysia is a charitable organisation providing professional community palliative care to those with life-limiting illnesses (such as cancer, AIDS, organ failure, or progressive neurological conditions).
Their mission is to ensure that every Malaysian is aware of and has access to palliative care services when the need arises, and to enhance the quality of life of patients through good management of a patient's medical, psychological, and emotional needs.
With their domiciliary care services, they provide palliative care in an integrated team of doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, loan medical equipment, teach basic caregiving, and offer rehabilitation sessions at no charge.
Address: 2 Jalan 4/96, off Jalan Sekuci, Taman Sri Bahtera Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-9133 3936
Email: [email protected]
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