news

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 […]

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

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

We are delighted to share that CORUM successfully completed a Basic Stoma Care Workshop, conducted over three sessions on 21, 22, and 24 August 2025, with a total duration of 6.5 hours. The program was delivered in a hybrid format – two online sessions followed by an in-person training session. The workshop aimed to equip

CORUM Malaysia, in collaboration with the National Cancer Society of Malaysia (NCSM), is pleased to introduce a focused training program on stoma care. Designed to build practical skills and confidence, this program is suitable for individuals living with a stoma, their family, caregivers, domestic helpers, community health workers, NGO volunteers, health educators, and anyone involved

CORUM Malaysia was proud to be represented by Tengku Nazeehah Mahmood, secretary of CORUM, at the 7th Annual Stoma Care Week, held from 27th to 29th June 2025, at the IPB International Convention Centre in Bogor, Indonesia. Organised by WoCare Indonesia, this year’s event carried the powerful theme: “Bridging the Gap: Connecting Knowledge, Support &

CORUM held its 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM) with a focused agenda on strengthening Colorectal Cancer support services, expanding partnerships, and enhancing operational transparency. The meeting brought together members from across chapters to discuss ongoing projects, fundraising efforts, and the election of the new committee for the 2025-2027 term. A key highlight was the renewed

CORUM Malaysia, in a significant public health initiative, has teamed up with BIG Pharmacy and CARiNG Pharmacy to launch a colon cancer screening campaign from June to August 2025. This campaign aims to enhance early detection of colorectal cancer by increasing public access to free Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) kits.. A total of 430