Early detection of breast cancer through self-examination and mammograms will increase the percentage of survivors, Tonga Breast Cancer Society (TBCS) stated in the launching of the breast cancer awareness month today, 1 October, with theme “Early Detection Saves Lives.”
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Results for Tonga Breast Cancer Society Inc.
Tuesday 1 October 2024
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
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Monday 18 October 2021
Nuku'alofa, Tonga
All tables were filled at the Tonga Breast Cancer Society Inc. Pink October luncheon on Saturday October 16, when around 100 guests gathered for the popular fundraiser at the Taufa'ahau Tupou IV Domestic Wharf venue.
Friday 1 October 2021
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
Breast cancer is like a journey over a rough sea in a strong wind, Hon. 'Amelia Tu'ipulotu told Tongan women today on the launch of Pink October, a month of breast cancer awareness. She urged women to be brave to proceed with examinations that are available at the hospital, urging them to seek treatment as soon as they become aware of changes in their breasts.
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Monday 3 October 2016
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
A cancer survivor, Dr Siale ‘Akau’ola, Tonga’s Director of Health, today shared his own story of personal illness, while recognizing a “big gap” in the cancer survival rates between Tonga and the developed world.
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Sunday 14 October 2012
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
The Tonga Breast Cancer Society Inc. raised over $3,000 from a Pink Luncheon and auction attended by over 100 people at the Scenic Hotel, Fua'amotu on Saturday October 13.
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Monday 1 October 2012
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
Breast cancer ranks as one of the top 20 causes of death in Tonga and the rate is higher here than in the developed countries because women are leaving it too late to come forward for detection and treatment, speakers at the launch of "Pink October" for public awareness said this morning. A Vaiola Hospital surgeon Dr Saia Piukala called for traditional and religious healers and all Tongans to become involved in the talanoa on breast cancer in order to save more lives. Photos by Linny Folau.
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Wednesday 1 October 2008
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Nuku'alofa, Tonga
The Tongan Breast Cancer Society Inc. launched 'Breast Cancer Awareness Month' today with a colourful display of pink ribbons and t-shirts, the international symbol of breast cancer awareness, at a morning coffee event at the Steak and Rock Restaurant in central Nuku'alofa.
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