Breast cancer has become the most common and malignant cancer around the globe and among Filipino women, and is by far the third top cause of cancer-related deaths in the Philippines. Research and development programs have continued to mushroom in the country to address the recurring adversary, but funds are barely enough to cover the expensive cost of treating the disease.

Due to this, cancer charities and crusades have long been leading the breast cancer campaign across the archipelago and abroad. Breast Cancer Awareness has grown to be a global mission for initiatives and movements who are actively promoting the welfare of patients and their access to free services and facilities. From prevention and detection to diagnosis and treatment, these pioneer groups are all out for the ongoing advocacy from the get-go.

Check out the following foundations and charities to which you can reach out to extend your resources and helping hand:

1. ICanServe Foundation, Inc.

ICanServe Foundation, Inc. is an advocacy group that aims to help and give hope to sufferers and survivors of breast cancer. It conducts breast cancer control and detection programs, and provides access to proper, accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.

Contact: +632 8636 5578

E-mail: info@icanservefoundation.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/icanserve/

Click here to donate.

2. Kasuso/Philippine Foundation for Breast Care, Inc.

Kasuso, a.k.a. Philippine Foundation for Breast Care, Inc. is a Philippine non-profit organization that is indigents-oriented and volunteer-based. Its vision is to be the chief breast cancer support network that services the needy.

Contact: +632 8927 3492; +639 17 867 7624

E-mail: info@kasuso.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kasusongpinay/

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3. Philippine Breast Cancer Network

The Philippine Breast Cancer Network is dedicated to identifying and interpreting the causes of breast cancer for early prevention and eradication of the disease. Run by volunteers, it raises awareness among the cancer-struck community to make public health a major priority.

Contact: +639 20 909 9212

E-mail: pbcn@iname.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Philippine-Breast-Cancer-Network/100063723914025/

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4. Philippine Cancer Society

The Philippine Cancer Society is a private, non-stock, non-profit corporation that carries out a program of activities in the promotion of cancer awareness and control. It supplies information, services, and further studies to fight the spread of cancer and subdue its cases.

Contact: +632 8734 2126; +632 8735 2707

E-mail: pcsi@philcancer.org.ph

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philcancerorg/

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5. The Carewell Community

The Carewell Community or The CAncer REsource and WELLness Community is an organization that offers support, education, and services at no cost to patients with cancer. Its programs help promote a positive philosophy and squash psychosocial stressors.

Contact: +632 8815 1294; +632 8779 8007

E-mail: info@carewellcommunity.org

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/CarewellCommunity

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