As the Philippines observes National Women’s Month, health experts are reminding women that caring for others should not come at the expense of caring for themselves. One important step women can take for their long-term health is regular breast cancer screening. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Filipino women. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the Philippines recorded more than 33,000 new breast cancer cases and over 11,000 deaths in 2022. What makes the disease particularly concerning is that many cases are detected only in later stages, when treatment becomes more difficult. Signs and symptoms […]... Keep on reading: Why early breast cancer screening matters and where to get it