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ITRMC Cancer Support, San Fernando (2026)

18/05/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐊𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐆! ✨

The Support Group of ITRMC Cancer Patients has been invited to participate in the “𝐊𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐖𝐀 𝐒𝐀 𝐈𝐓𝐑𝐌𝐂” in celebration of the hospital’s 81st Foundation Anniversary with the theme, “𝐈𝐓𝐑𝐌𝐂 @ 𝟖𝟏: 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲,” from May 18–22, 2026.

We warmly encourage everyone to support and purchase products personally made by our cancer patients, caregivers, and partner entrepreneurs. Every purchase will directly contribute to the programs and projects of the group that aim to provide essential care, assistance, and hope for Oncology patients and their families.

The proceeds from this activity will help sustain the “𝐎𝐧𝐜𝐨 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲,” provide transportation assistance for patients undergoing chemotherapy sessions, support expenses for medicines and diagnostic procedures not available in our institution, and fund future sustainable livelihood projects for qualified indigent cancer patients.

The volunteerism, hard work, and dedication of the KASILLAG officers and members, together with the facilitators from the Medical Social Work Department, continue to make this initiative meaningful and impactful—not only for Oncology patients and their families, but also for the community as a whole. Through unity and compassion, they strive to help ease the financial, emotional, and mental burdens experienced by cancer patients while promoting self-sufficiency and long-term recovery.

Thank you, ITRMC, for being the true ““𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐭𝐢 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧!” 💛

09/05/2026

TRADE FAIR FOR A CAUSE, the stalls are coming back once again✊🏻🎊 showcasing different foods and products that will satisfy your cravings😋🍔🌭🥟🍦
The stalls will be at 📍AMP GROUNDS, ITRMC, PARIAN, SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION and will stay from 🗓️ JUNE 09-10, 2026.

ALSO:

Raffle tickets will be available for purchase until before the raffle draw. The raffle draw will be held at 📍 AMP Ground, Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC), JUNE 10, 2026 starting at 1:00 PM onwards.

We encourage everyone to participate for a chance to win exciting prizes while supporting this meaningful celebration.

09/05/2026

GOOD DAY EVERYONE!

The Kasillag Group warmly invites you to join us in the celebration of the National Cancer Survivors Month to be held at AMP Ground, Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC).

This meaningful event is dedicated to honoring the courage, strength, and resilience of cancer survivors, while also recognizing the unwavering support of families, friends, healthcare workers, and advocates who continue to inspire hope in the fight against cancer.

With the theme, “Every Survivor Has a Story, Every Story Gives Hope,” the celebration aims to encourage unity, awareness, and inspiration through shared experiences and heartfelt testimonies of survival and perseverance.

We sincerely hope for your presence as we come together to celebrate life, spread hope, and support one another in this significant occasion. Your participation will greatly contribute to the success and meaningfulness of this event.

Thank you, and we look forward to celebrating with you.

25/04/2026

✨ "𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮, 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙂𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙃𝙤𝙥𝙚."✨

📣 Join us in celebrating strength, hope, and survivorship! 💜

Be part of our “𝙍𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝘾𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚” in honor of 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝, where every ticket you purchase helps bring life-saving support to cancer patients and their families. Your support will fund the Onco Kasillag Pantry, provide transportation assistance for chemotherapy patients, cover medicines and diagnostic procedures not available in our institution, sustain livelihood projects for indigent patients, and produce advocacy materials to raise awareness and promote inclusivity.

📩 For inquiries and ticket reservations, please contact:
Maam Melanie Untalasco

🎟 Get your tickets now and be a source of hope today!

13/02/2026

Celebrating love, hope, and strength this Valentine’s Day and Cancer Awareness Month!!❤️❤️❤️

Today’s meaningful event was initiated by our dedicated Kasillag Officers and made possible with the assistance of the Medical Social Work Department. Together, we created a space filled with encouragement, unity, and compassion for our brave oncology patients and their families.

Our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Charina Chavente, Oncologist and Ma’am Ma Teresa Sison, MSWD Head for sharing their powerful and inspirational messages that truly touched our hearts. Your words reminded us that even in the most challenging times, love and hope continue to shine brightly. We would also like to thank Sir Jiro for serenading us through his lovely rendetions of valentine’s songs.

💖 “Where there is love, there is life. Where there is hope, there is strength.”🫶🏻

Happy Valentine’s Day! Let us continue spreading love, raising awareness, and standing strong together in the fight against cancer. 🎗️💜

09/02/2026

This 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, we highlight the term 𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 which is commonly used in discussions about cancer and cancer-related conditions. Understanding this term helps the public better grasp why health professionals emphasize early consultation, proper diagnosis, and timely treatment.

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 is determined through a combination of clinical evaluation, diagnostic tests, and tissue examination. No single test may not be enough on its own. Doctors may need to look at the whole picture before a diagnosis will be made.

Here are the common ways malignancy is identified:

𝟭. 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Doctors assess symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, persistent pain, unusual lumps, non-healing wounds, or abnormal bleeding, and check for physical signs during examination.

𝟮. 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀
Tests like X-ray, ultrasound, mammogram, CT scan, MRI, and PET scan help detect abnormal masses, determine their size, location, and whether they may have spread.

𝟯. 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀
Blood tests and tumor markers may suggest the presence of cancer or organ involvement, but they are usually supportive rather than definitive.

𝟰. 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗽𝘀𝘆 (𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱)
A biopsy involves taking a sample of tissue or cells and examining it under a microscope. This is the most definitive way to confirm malignancy, as it shows whether cells are cancerous and how aggressive they are.

𝟱. 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀
Pathologists determine the type and grade of cancer, while additional tests help identify the stage—how far the disease has spread—which guides treatment decisions.

Many cancers develop silently, with symptoms appearing only in later stages. This makes awareness, regular screening, and health-seeking behavior crucial in improving outcomes and saving lives.

As we continue the observance of National Cancer Awareness Month, let us promote knowledge, early action, and compassionate care—because awareness is a vital step toward achieving Universal Health Care for all Filipinos.

31/12/2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR awan labas🎉

14/12/2025

✨ HOPE WITHIN: NURTURING MENTAL WELLNESS ON THE CANCER JOURNEY✨

The Medical Social Work Department, headed by Ma’am Ma. Teresa F. Sison successfully conducted the Year-End General Assembly and Mental Health Awareness program for ITRMC oncology patients (pedia and adult)💜💛 It was a meaningful gathering filled with learning, sharing, reflection, and encouragement—reminding us that caring for the mind and spirit is just as important as caring for the body.

Together, we celebrated resilience, strengthened our faith, and renewed our commitment to support one another on this journey.

📖 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”— Psalm 34:18

💬 “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” — Desmond Tutu

As we close this year, we move forward with courage, compassion, and hope—knowing that no one walks this journey alone. 🌈

🙏 We would like to extend our most sincere gratitude to Ma’am Shanil T. Mauting, RND for conducting orientation on food security for Cancer Patients, Sir Freynon N. Perez and Sir Juni Dela Cerna for the spiritual talk and pray over, Sir Jerico Florendo for facilitating the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support. To ZONTA Club for the gifts for pedia-onco patients, to the ITRMC-Cooperative for the Printer given to the KASILLAG-ITRMC Cancer Support Group. Further, our hearts are grateful for the unwavering support of Dr. Ryan Joseph B. Lirazan-Allied Chief Health Program Officer, and Dra. Carina V. Chavente-Medical Oncologist for sharing their time and message to the group despite their busy schedules.

To everyone who participated and who made this gathering a blessing, our most appreciative Thank You🫶🏻. Here’s to healing, strength, and brighter days ahead.✨

10/12/2025

🎉 **You're Invited!** 🎉
Join us as we close the year with hope, learning, and celebration at our **Year-End Program for Oncology Patients (Pedia & Adult)** on **December 12, 2025**.

📚 **Educational Lectures will be
Held at the Onco OPD, featuring important updates and learning sessions for patients and caregivers.

🗳️ Year-End Election & Activity and Financial Reporting
🎄 **Christmas Party Celebration**
These will follow at the Drug Treatment and Rehailitation Center (Within ITRMC compound) where we’ll gather as one community to celebrate achievements, share stories, and welcome the holiday spirit together.

Let’s end the year with strength, unity, and joy.
**See you there!** ❤️✨

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Attached here is the map to the event’s venue.

Note: please wear your most comfortable attire as there will be games in the afternoon🤗

22/11/2025

👀👀 Look who’s coming back!!!🔙 Yes we heard you!

Following the success of the previous TRADE FAIR FOR A CAUSE, the stalls are coming back once again✊🏻🎊 showcasing different foods and products that will satisfy your cravings😋🍔🌭🥟🍦

The stalls will be at 📍AMP GROUNDS, ITRMC, PARIAN, SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION and will stay from 🗓️ November 24-28,2025.

(Proceeds will ho directly to KASILLAG-ITRMC Cancer Support Group🙇‍♀️🫶🏻)

13/11/2025

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻It is our pleasure to announce that through the 4-day trade fair for a cause held last October 2-3, 29-30, we were able to raise
≈PHP 20,000. The proceeds will go directly to the KASILLAG -ITRMC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP’s fund which will be used for the group’s future activities and programs.

This feat would not be possible if not for YOUR continuous support. We extend our most sincere gratitude to everyone who visited the prepared goods🫶🏻 May God bless you a thousand fold🙏🏻

Rest assured that comments and suggestions are highly regarded and will be noted for future events and activities.❤️📝

Until the next activity! See you there, KA-Sillag😉🫶🏻

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