cancer warriors Archives - Majlis Kanser Nasional

December 16, 2024

Conquering Mountains, Conquering Cancer: A Journey of Resilience

Thanks to the incredible support of our donors and participants, we achieved what we set out to accomplish: making a tangible difference in the lives of underprivileged cancer patients.

November 30, 2024

Spreading Hope Through Generosity

The funds raised will directly contribute to MAKNA’s ongoing mission to assist those affected by cancer. This initiative exemplifies how creative activities, combined with community spirit, can generate meaningful support for important causes. Participants and contributors demonstrated incredible generosity and enthusiasm, serving as a source of inspiration for continued efforts in making a difference.

November 22, 2024

MAKNA Celebrates 2023 Cancer Research Award Winners and Welcomes New Applicants for 2024

The National Cancer Council of Malaysia (MAKNA) is thrilled to announce the winners of its prestigious MAKNA Cancer Research Award (MCRA) for 2023

September 25, 2024

MAKNA Launches Periwinkle Digital Project to Promote Cancer Education Through VR Technology

The MAKNA Periwinkle Digital Project introduces “edu-gaming” approach to cancer education by incorporating virtual reality (VR) technology. By combining immersive learn-through-play strategies with current tech tools, the program engages students thus making cancer education more accessible and fun

September 12, 2024

MAKNA-MSW Gathering 2024 and Beyond: Strengthening Partnerships for Cancer Care

A special event designed to celebrate and deepen the collaboration between MAKNA and Medical Social Work (MSW) officers from across Malaysia. This gathering brought together 72 MSW officers from government hospitals nationwide

August 29, 2024

MAKNA Partnered with VALE to Bring Free Cancer Screenings and Awareness to Manjung

MAKNA's Cancer Screening Program was a beacon of hope, combining accessible screening services, education, and awareness to empower individuals to take charge of their health and detect cancer early.

August 7, 2024

BE International’s Generous Donation Empowers Young Cancer Survivors

BE International Marketing Sdn Bhd recently demonstrated its unwavering commitment to corporate social responsibility through a significant donation of RM 200,000 to Majlis Kanser Nasional (MAKNA). The funds will be channelled towards the MAKNA Young Cancer Survivor Scholarship, a program designed to ease the financial burden of education for young cancer survivors and children of cancer patients.

May 9, 2024

MAKNA launches new halfway house for paediatric cancer patients

The launching of the newest Majlis Kanser Nasional’s (MAKNA) Halfway House, which was officiated by the Deputy Medical Director of Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital, Dr Siti Salmy Binti Mat Nor, will facilitate the journey of cancer patients to get treatment, especially paediatric cancer patients.

February 21, 2024

Beyond Words, Beyond Borders: MAKNA and Pita Kuning Collaborate for a Cancer-Free World

At MAKNA, where empowering individuals and families facing cancer fuels our every action, we recently hosted a landmark visit from Pita Kuning, a renowned Indonesian NGO sharing our vision of a world free from this disease.