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in WellnessDayRACE FOR FITNESS AND CHILDREN FIGHTING CANCER AT RUN TO SHARE 2025
Running has the power to bring people together, but Run To Share 2025 went even further— a movement that promoted both personal well-being and a life-saving mission. Gathering more than 600 participants at the Ayala Triangle, Makati, the event was dedicated to raising funds and awareness for children battling cancer. Every participant contributed to providing […] More
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in WellnessDayWhy are millennials getting middle-age diseases?
Hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity, type II diabetes, cancer, and depression are typical health conditions associated with middle age—the result of genetics and years of poor lifestyle choices finally catching up on those in their 50s and 60s. More
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in SaturdateHope Sounds Brighter: IWTS Partners with Manila Hearing Aid to Donate Hearing Devices to Pediatric Cancer Patients
In a heartwarming celebration of hope, the I Want To Share Foundation (IWTS) recently joined forces with Manila Hearing to donate hearing aids to 30 pediatric cancer survivors. The event underscored the foundation’s mission to advocate for early childhood cancer detection and treatment while reinforcing its commitment to improving the lives of children facing the […] More
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in WellnessDayIWTS EARNS ST. JUDE ACCREDITATION, BRINGING HOPE FOR FILIPINO KIDS BATTLING CANCER
I Want To Share Foundation (IWTS) is thrilled to announce its accreditation by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a world-renowned leader in the fight against childhood cancer. This prestigious endorsement marks a monumental step forward for the organization and the many children it serves in the Philippines. More
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in WellnessDaySwiss Ambassador, Philippine Cancer Society, ICANSERVE Foundation and Novartis hand over Pink Initiative Manifesto of Patient Support to PH Government officials
Swiss Ambassador H.E. Dr. Nicolas Brühl together with leaders of the Philippine Cancer Society, ICANSERVE Foundation and Novartis Healthcare Philippines formally handed over the Pink Initiative Discussion Paper and Manifesto of Patient Support to officials of the Philippine Government. The formal handover was held last February 29 at the Novartis-supported plenary session “Beyond the Pink […] More
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in WellnessDayCAn Beat It: 150 Stories of Courage and Triumph
I Want To Share Foundation (IWTS), a transformative institution that has been helping thousands of pediatric patients from PGH (Philippine General Hospital), recently held its “CAn Beat It” Graduation Ceremony, a heartfelt celebration of resilience, courage, and triumph over the childrens’ battle over cancer. Held at the Manila Prince Hotel, one of the foundation’s supporters, […] More
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in Sundae Scoop, WellnessDayI Want to Share Foundation’s First Charity Gala a Roaring Success
What happens when the country’s finest join forces together for a worthy cause? IIt is not everyday that a virtuous and exceptional event that redefines fashion, resilience, and philanthropy happens. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, the I Want to Share Foundation (IWTS) recently held its First Charity Gala at Shangri-La the Fort where the […] More
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in WellnessDay12th HPV Summit: One Community Against HPV
Patient groups, health experts, the academe, public sector and healthcare companies have collectively communicated the need to increase access to human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines among teenage girls during the 12th HPV Summit titled “One Community Against HPV”. More
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in WellnessDayCardinal Santos debunks common misconceptions about cervical cancer
We mostly remember the month of May for Mother’s Day, but did you know that May is also Cervical Cancer Awareness Month? Cervical cancer has long been recorded as one of the most prevalent cancers in the Philippines. In fact, it ranks third overall[1] and is the second most prevalent among Filipino women.[2] More
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in WellnessDayCSMC pushes for team approach to tumor management this Brain Tumor Awareness Month
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the country, third only to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.[1] For less common cancers like brain cancer, however, there may not be enough awareness among Filipinos to prevent its onset, or resources to help those afflicted.[2] [3] “One common misconception is that frequent headaches must mean […] More
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in WellnessDayCSMC encourages regular screening for colon cancer prevention this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer is listed as one of the top causes of death in the Philippines, ranking only third below cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.[1] But did you know that colon cancer is the second most prevalent cancer in the Philippines?[2] More
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in WellnessDayHope From Within Tackles Access to Testing and Diagnostics to Improve Patient Outcomes
Breast and lung cancers are not only the most common types of the disease in the Philippines but also the deadliest. More














