Amlig Sa Kababaihan

13/02/2026

Exactly one month ago, Day 2 brought to light the real-life challenges faced by people living with cancer, including delays in diagnosis and treatment, unmet needs, and the wide range of barriers encountered along the care continuum. With Mrs. Carmen V. Auste, CEO of Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc., serving as the learning partner, discussions centered on the multidimensional needs of patients—physical, emotional, social, and financial—and the profound changes individuals experience throughout their cancer journey. The session underscored critical opportunities to strengthen patient-centered support systems and compassionate, responsive care.

12/02/2026

12 January 2026 — Exactly one month ago, Day 1 of the Barangay Health Worker–Patient Navigation Training highlighted the purpose of engaging Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) and emphasized their critical role as Patient Navigators within their communities. The session underscored how BHWs serve as a vital bridge between patients and the health care system, particularly in geographically isolated and underserved areas.

The discussions covered the fundamentals of cancer, including what it is, how it develops, its causes, and the common myths and misconceptions surrounding the disease. Participants were also guided through the different stages of cancer, reinforcing the importance of early detection, timely referral, and appropriate care in improving health outcomes.

10/02/2026

09/02/2026

📣 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 📣

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐏𝐂𝐅) 𝐇𝐏𝐕 𝐃𝐍𝐀 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

This initiative aims to promote early detection and prevention of cervical cancer through accessible, safe, and confidential HPV DNA self-screening.

Eligible women are encouraged to participate and take an active role in protecting their health.
Early screening saves lives.

08/02/2026

9 DEC 2025 - Nearly two months ago, the rollout of self-collection HPV DNA screening started in Carles, Estancia, and Lemery, marking a major milestone in strengthening cervical cancer prevention in Iloilo.

Behind this effort were dedicated public servants and health champions—municipal health officers, primary care teams, barangay health workers, trainers, and data managers—working together to build skills in HPV-DNA testing, specimen handling, referrals, and data systems. A hands-on mini-rollout capped the day, signaling readiness for real community impact.

This milestone was led by the Iloilo Provincial Health Office, in partnership with the municipalities of Lemery, Estancia, and Carles, with Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc., led by Mrs. Carmen Auste, and technical guidance from DOH CHD Region VI and the Western Visayas Medical Center.

With support from UNITAID and Expertise France, this was more than a training—it was the start of a province-led movement to bring life-saving cervical cancer screening closer to women in Iloilo.

06/02/2026

Amlig kay Inday. Amlig Sa Kababaihan - HPV Self Collection Video
Ang video script ay tungkol sa pagtuturo sa mga kababaihan kung paano tama at ligtas na gawin ang HPV DNA self-collection test upang maiwasan ang cervical cancer, lalo na para sa mga nasa GIDA at UUA communities.
https://amligkayinday.org/

06/02/2026

2025 Nov 17 - Estancia unites in prayer and action for cervical cancer elimination as it joins Phase 3 of the SUCCESS-FAP Project, bringing free HPV-DNA self-collection screening closer to women aged 30–49, especially in underserved and remote communities.

Supported by UNITAID and Expertise France, and implemented by Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc. with the DOH Cancer Control Division, DOH CHD Region IV, Iloilo Provincial Health Office, and the LGUs of Carles, Estancia, and Lemery, the initiative is guided by technical advisory support from SUCCESS-FAP and Western Visayas Medical Center.

Through community prayer, awareness, and accessible screening, Estancia shows how unity and action can help end cervical cancer.

Ululupod kita sa pagtapna sang Cervical Cancer!

05/02/2026

2025 NOV - 17 | Carles launches Phase 3 of the Global Cervical Cancer Elimination Program under the SUCCESS-FAP Project, bringing free HPV-DNA self-collection screening closer to women in Carles, Estancia, and Lemery—especially those in geographically isolated and disadvantaged communities.

Supported by UNITAID and Expertise France, the initiative is implemented by Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc. in partnership with the DOH Cancer Control Division, DOH CHD Region IV, Iloilo Provincial Health Office, and the LGUs of Carles, Estancia, and Lemery, with technical advisory support from SUCCESS-FAP and Western Visayas Medical Center.

Over 17,000 women aged 30–49 are expected to benefit from free HPV self-testing kits, with clear referral pathways for treatment and follow-up care.

With strong local leadership and community engagement, Carles leads the way in protecting women’s health—one woman, one community at a time.

04/02/2026

2025 NOV 17 | Cervical Cancer Elimination Day

The Philippines is charting a bold path toward eliminating cervical cancer—with prevention, screening, and treatment reaching women in both urban centers and remote island communities.

With support from Unitaid and Expertise France, and strong leadership from the Department of Health, the country is expanding HPV testing, mobile and outreach screening, self-sampling, and timely treatment, ensuring services are accessible, high-quality, and women-centered.

A major milestone: the Philippines’ first domestic investment in HPV testing, signaling long-term commitment and sustainability in cervical cancer prevention.

Cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable. With evidence-based strategies, strong partnerships, and women’s voices at the center, the Philippines is turning the promise of elimination into reality.

Every woman. Every community. No one left behind.