Philippine Oncology Nurses Association, Inc.

07/03/2026

Our recent publication emphasizes the urgent need to integrate mental health care into the management of haematological malignancies. Evidence shows that targeted psychological and supportive interventions can meaningfully improve coping, resilience, and overall patient outcomes.

We are grateful for the support of the Marlon Garzo Saria (MGS) Grant of the Philippine Oncology Nurses Association, Inc. (PONA) in making this work possible.

Narvaez, R. A., Dinglasa, C., Gomez, C. M., Panimdim, M. M., Samonte, J., Tuazon, J., Ferrer, M., Nario, J. J., Tupaz, A. J., & Peco, R. A. (2024). Mental health interventions for patients with haematological malignancies. International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 32(2). https://doi.org/10.12968/ijpn.2024.0068 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-5fkJz8DI-6qnzQfzBSvU5AfnOv1gsTD/view?usp=drivesdk

18/02/2026

1 DAY TO GO.

Tomorrow, we gather not just as professionals—but as one community committed to transforming cancer care in the Philippines.

Alyssa Jenny Tupaz, MA, RN—President of the Philippine Oncology Nurses Association and Board Member of the PCS Cancer Commission Foundation—reminds us:

“Cancer is more than a diagnosis or a statistic; it is a profound disruption that affects the body, mind, and spirit, the quality of life of families, and the fabric of our communities. To save lives, we must shift our focus beyond treatment toward aggressive health promotion, prevention, and early detection. At the Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026, we unite to ensure that holistic, person-centered care becomes the standard for every Filipino family.”

Cancer care must care for the whole person.
And it must begin long before diagnosis.

⏳ Tomorrow, we move from awareness to action.

Join us at the Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026—and be part of building a future where prevention, compassion, and person-centered care define the standard for every Filipino.

Theme: “Scaling Up What Matters Most: Person-Centered and Integrated Cancer Care for Every Filipino.”
📅February 19-20, 2026
📍 Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila, QC
📲 Scan the QR code or click the link to register : https://forms.gle/e3udh3UVDPV9uLwe7
⚠️ Limited slots available
PRC-accredited sessions for doctors & nurses (CPD points & certificate available, fee applies)

🌐 For details and updates, visit the Philippine National Cancer Summit website https://cancersummit.pcscancom.org/

15/02/2026

💜 𝟰 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢, 𝗡𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦! 💜

Be part of a transformative movement in cancer care at the Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026 — and 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝟭𝟯 𝗖𝗣𝗗 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 while you’re at it!

Under the theme “Scaling Up What Matters Most: Person-Centered and Integrated Cancer Care for Every Filipino,” this year’s summit brings together health leaders, patient advocates, and policymakers to advance inclusive, compassionate, and accessible oncology care across the country.

As nurses, you are at the frontline of cancer care — from early detection and patient education to treatment support and survivorship care. Your voice, expertise, and commitment are essential in shaping a healthcare system where every Filipino affected by cancer is seen, heard, and supported.

📅 February 19–20, 2026
📍 Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026
🎓 Earn 13 CPD units
🔗 Register now: https://cancersummit.pcscancom.org/

Better care doesn’t happen by chance — it happens when we move from intention to action. Let’s bridge the gaps in Philippine cancer care together.

Better cancer care doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when communities come together. 💜

Over the past years, the Philippine National Cancer Summit has brought together leaders, advocates, professionals, and institutions to push cancer care forward—shaping policies, strengthening partnerships, and centering the voices that matter most.

In 2026, we move further.

The PCS Cancer Commission Foundation (PCS CanCom) invites changemakers across government, healthcare, civil society, patient groups, academe, the private sector, and advocacy communities to be part of a growing cancer care community committed to real, lasting impact.

This is where conversations turn into collaboration—and collaboration into real change for patients, families, and survivors.

Let’s move from intention to action, ensuring that every Filipino affected by cancer is seen, heard, and supported.

📅 Date: February 19–20, 2026
📍 Venue: Crowne Plaza Galleria, Quezon City
📲 Scan the QR code or click the link to register: https://forms.gle/e3udh3UVDPV9uLwe7
⚠️ Limited slots available

🩺 PRC-accredited sessions for doctors and nurses
(CPD points & certificate available; (PHP 1000 processing fee applies)

🌐 For details and updates, visit:
https://cancersummit.pcscancom.org/

Be part of the community shaping the future of cancer care in the Philippines.

11/02/2026

Early Bird registrations are NOW OPEN for the 2026 CNSA Annual Congress.

We're delighted to invite you to join us in Perth from 17–19 June for three days dedicated to advancing cancer nursing and strengthening practice across every care setting.

Expect four plenary sessions, eight pre-congress workshops, sponsored breakfasts and dinners, and a dynamic concurrent program exploring:

✅ Nurse-led models of care and advanced practice
✅ Emerging therapies and their nursing implications
✅ Digital health, remote monitoring and early intervention
✅ Survivorship, supportive and palliative care
✅ Genomics, consumer voice and advocacy
✅ Workforce capability, safety and sustainability

Whether you work in acute care, ambulatory services, haematology, primary care, regional or metropolitan settings, Congress 2026 offers meaningful opportunities to learn, connect and lead.

Members can also access travel grants and download a Letter of Support to help plan their attendance 💜

Secure the Early Bird rate and start planning your Perth experience via the Congress link in our bio👉www.cnsacongress.com.au

05/02/2026

This we are !

The World Cancer Day theme for 2025–2027, United by Unique, places people of all ages — children and adults — at the centre of care and their stories at the heart of the conversation. It recognises that every cancer experience is different, yet our shared responsibility to patients and families unites us all.
🔗 https://www.worldcancerday.org/

At ICPCN, this is reflected in our book of family stories, Heart Strings, which shares the voices and experiences of families and CPC. Read it here: https://bit.ly/3NTQjF6

05/02/2026

Our new Gastro-Intestinal Cancers Community of Practice is coming together for the very first time.

Developed in partnership with Pancare Foundation , Bowel Cancer Australia and the Gastro-Intestinal Cancer Nurses Network (GICaNN), this Community creates a dedicated space for nurses across the GI cancer pathway to connect, share insights and learn from peers nationwide.

Join us for the inaugural meeting on Wednesday 12 February at 6.30pm (AEDT).

Whether you work in coordination, clinical care, survivorship, symptom management or advanced practice, you’re warmly invited to be part of this growing network.

Help shape the conversation from the very beginning.

👉 Register your interest via the Communities of Practice page: https://www.cnsa.org.au/connect/communities-of-practice.html

05/02/2026

💜 Calling all surgeons and oncologists—take your practice to the next level!
Are you ready to make confident, life-changing decisions for your patients with hereditary cancer risk? Join the Hereditary Cancer Genetics Workshop—a rare, hands-on, case-driven training designed to give you skills you can immediately apply in clinical practice.

📅 February 21, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria

Learn directly from international and local experts, and master:
Genetic risk assessment
Indications for testing
Interpreting results
Patient counseling

⚠️ Only 20 seats available to ensure true hands-on learning—secure your spot now!
💰 Registration Fee: ₱20,000
📌 Register here:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwxSrPIF6u1N7URlO_IMiUC-w5VKhuZDMOlN0fFRDH0KKNAw/viewform

Step into the future of person-centered cancer care. Your patients deserve it—you deserve it too.

04/02/2026

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗹𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗔 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

We extend our warmest congratulations to our new leaders of the Philippine Oncology Nurses’ Association. Your passion, dedication, and commitment to compassionate, patient‑centered cancer care continue to inspire our community and strengthen the work we do for patients and families.
As we begin this new term together, we look forward to a year filled with unity, fresh ideas, and meaningful progress for oncology nurses across the country. Here’s to leadership that brings hope, innovation, and impact.

02/02/2026

𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬!!!
🎉 𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍!

Step into a community that champions excellence in oncology nursing through continuous education, leadership development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation in cancer care.

Powered by P.O.N.A. Values
With Passion, Organizational Excellence, Nurturance, and Advocacy at our core, we are committed to empowering nurses and delivering holistic, safe, and compassionate care to patients with cancer and their families.

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 • 𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙬 • 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙
Meet fellow oncology nurses who understand your journey, strengthen your competencies, and be part of meaningful initiatives—from professional development to research and community impact.

🚀 Be Part of the Change
Let’s raise the standard of cancer care—together. Join us and help create a lasting impact where it matters most.

𝑭𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒔, 𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆 𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒌:
https://forms.gle/Lr5i3wi9khGJXUvq7

02/02/2026

📣 𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐀 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞!
𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞!

Details and registration will be posted via the Aesculap website and will also be available through the Aesculap Academy platform.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫:
👉 https://philippines.aesculap-academy.com
• Choose 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠
• Select 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠
• Register and book your preferred schedule
• An invoice will be provided after booking

Please pay the corresponding fees based on your status (PONA members are entitled to a discount).
🔔 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: If no slots are available, the training session is still being finalized, not available, or fully booked.
𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹:
[email protected]
𝗖𝗖: [email protected]

Thank you, and we look forward to your participation!

31/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the new PONA Board of Directors 2026! 🎉
Warmest congratulations to the newly elected leaders of the Philippine Oncology Nurses’ Association. Your dedication to compassionate, patient-centered cancer care inspires us all. Wishing you a term of unity, innovation, and meaningful impact for nurses, patients, and families. 💙🌟