Cancer is among the four epidemic non-communicable diseases and lifestyle-related diseases that plague Filipinos, along with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, and chronic respiratory diseases.
According to Philippine Health Statistics, cancer is also one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality, after diseases of the heart and the vascular system. Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among Philippine women. Cervical is the second.
In the US, a report from the American Cancer Society has just revealed that the rate of people dying of cancer there has steadily been declining for 26 years in a row, according to a report released by the American Cancer Society. The article specified early detection and improvement in treatments as important factors to the decline.
We can do breast cancer detection through a mammogram and/or breast magnetic resonance imaging, and a clinical breast exam conducted by a doctor or nurse. With cervical cancer, it can do screening through a pap smear or visual inspection with acetic acid.
ManilaMed’s Cancer Care Center sets the gold standard inpatient care. To do this, it has adopted a holistic approach to cancer care, including psycho-social and spiritual support for patients. If necessary, palliative care is also available to improve patients’ quality of life through supportive care and pain management. “Early detection and proper treatment are vital in dealing with cancer.”
Make an appointment at the ManilaMed Cancer Care Center today! Call telephone numbers: 85238131 to 65. You can also check ManilaMed’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ManilaMed/) and the website manilamed.com.ph to find out more about their services.
About ManilaMed
ManilaMed Medical Center Manila, founded in 1967, and its part of the network of hospitals of Mt. Grace Hospitals Inc. (MGHI), that seeks to create a nationwide network of hospitals organized to provide comprehensive, excellent and compassionate healthcare.
