Waking up every day is a blessing, and I’ve learned to truly enjoy my routine. Whether it turns out to be a good or bad day, I don’t worry too much anymore, I decide that it’s going to be a beautiful day. I still remember the moment my oncologist told me I could finally enter […]
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After nearly a year of discussions and careful planning, CORUM has reached an important milestone: Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (HUSM) has approved the launch of a comprehensive colorectal cancer (CRC) patient support initiative. A four-member CORUM delegation – Abdul Hamid Nazardin, Tengku Nazeehah Mahmood, Norazri Mohd Noh, and Tuan Haji Jamil Siran; made a successful
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Diagnosis, uncertainty, and a 93-year-old woman’s extraordinary courage. It reflects the emotional, medical, and personal realities families face when cancer enters their lives. Hearing the word “cancer” often brings with it an immediate weight of grief, fear, and loss. Some see it as a curse that steals away the people we love. But what if,
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Permulaan Sebuah Ujian Segalanya bermula dengan demam yang datang dan pergi hampir sebulan. Awalnya, saya menjangka keadaan ini sama seperti sebelum ini, demam akan sembuh bila berehat dan mengambil ubat. Namun, tubuh terasa lemah, wajah semakin pucat, dan saya mula menyedari ada sesuatu yang tidak kena. Walaupun cuba berfikir positif, hati kecil ini tetap berasa
CORUM Malaysia officially launched its Ipoh Chapter at the Royal Perak Club, bringing together cancer survivors, medical professionals, and community leaders for an inspiring evening of connection and community engagement. The event began with a welcome speech by Dr. Elaine, followed by a presentation from the CORUM Secretary detailing the organization’s vision and mission for
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Part 1 – The Turning Point At 61, life was supposed to be gentler. Most people at my age would be planning for retirement, spending more time with family, perhaps pursuing long-delayed hobbies or travelling to places that had only once existed on their bucket list. I, too, imagined that this chapter of my life
November 01, 2025, marked the official flag-off of CORUM Malaysia’s 6-month Virtual Challenge (VC 2025), a movement that unites us in spirit, strength, and purpose as we step forward for colorectal cancer awareness and survivorship. Founder and President of CORUM (Colorectal Cancer Survivorship Society Malaysia), Dato’ Dr Mehesh, shared his inspiring flag-off message to launch
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Survivor voices nurture hope and belonging Storytelling is a powerful way for cancer survivors to heal and find strength. Sharing lived experiences helps others feel less alone and brings comfort to those who are newly diagnosed. When we tell our stories, we not only remind ourselves of our inner strength but also give others
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By Dr. Wong Ting Xuan (IMU University), Koh Bi Qi (Dietitian, Cengild G.I Medical Center) During the journey of cancer diagnosis, patients are often overwhelmed by substantial information through various channels, making decision making challenging. One of the most frequently asked questions would be “Do I need an oral nutrition supplement?” and “Which one is
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Acknowledgment: This summary is based on the CNN Health article “More young people are getting early-onset colorectal cancer: 5 things to know” which features insights from Dr. Kimmie Ng of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent. Full credit to CNN and the experts cited in the original piece. Colorectal cancer
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