How to Donate
If you'd like to donate to NCIS' BCAM2021 Fundraising campaign, visit: https://www.giving.sg/nuhs-fund-limited/bcam_2021 or scan the QR code on the right. A giving.sg account is required to donate.
Alternatively, you may donate via the following methods:
*For transactions made through bank transfer, please remember to email your
1) full name, 2) contact number, 3) NRIC/FIN/UEN number to corey_khoo@nuhs.edu.sg for tax deduction once the transaction is complete. Donations of $10 and above are eligible for a tax deduction.
Fundraising Collaborations
NCIS is partnering with a few local businesses to help raise awareness for breast cancer, and funds for our financially disadvantaged cancer patients, cancer research and the education and training of the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Each partner has created a special item/bundle just for BCAM 2021, and will be donating 20% of the proceeds from each item/bundle to the NCIS Cancer Fund, which is managed by NUHS Fund.
Visit their websites to find out more!
Pandan Street Bakery
Started by Aunty Sim in the early 1990s, Pandan Street Bakery's cookies exude a unique signature style that invoke the feeling of familiarity and the reminiscence of childhood days. This October, in support of BCAM 2021, PSB’s signature Kue Bangkit and popular pineapple balls in their exclusive pink gift tins are being sold in a special bundle package, along with a special mystery NCIS gift! PSB will be donating 20% of the proceeds from each bundle to the NCIS Cancer Fund, which is managed by NUHS Fund. Check out the bundle on their platforms below!
eLove
A bespoke floral service for all types of flowers, eLove has specially created 3 unique designs in support of this campaign. Inspired by breast cancer warriors, their new Starry Sky 星空 Collection comprises 3 special bloom boxes which combines unique acrylic globes, and preserved baby’s breaths, putting together a message of everlasting love for the people that we cherish. eLove will be donating 20% of the gross proceeds from each bloom box to the NCIS Cancer Fund, which is managed by NUHS Fund. Check out their floral arrangements on their platforms below!
Ugly Cake Shop
A kid-friendly bakery with a focus on natural ingredients, Ugly Cake Shop has specially created “Anna”, a pretty pink cake in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Ugly Cake Shop will be donating 20% of the proceeds from each Anna cake to the NCIS Cancer Fund, which is managed by NUHS Fund. Check out the Anna cake on their platforms below!
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Following the successful inaugural challenge last year, NCIS will once again be holding a mass planking event virtually! Put on your favourite pink shirt, grab your exercise mat and join us in support of breast cancer patients and survivors!
- Date: 2 Oct, Saturday
- Time: 10am
- Venue: Zoom
- Special Guests:
- 1. Ms Rahayu Mahzam, Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Health, and MP for Jurong GRC
2. Ms Tin Pei Ling, MP for Macpherson SMC
3. Ms Kelly Latimer, Sports & Lifestyle TV host and Presenter
- Registration: https://tinyurl.com/4ekdaf9x
- Scan to register:
Can't make it for our event? For the month of October, show your support by:
- Sharing a video of you and your buddy planking in pink, for 20 seconds (or longer) on social media. (Remember to set your profile to public and do observe prevailing safe distancing guidelines.)
- Tag us at (@NationalUniversityCancerInstituteSingapore) on Facebook.
- Hashtag #PinkPlankSg and #NCISPinkPlankers
- Nominate 3 friends to take up the challenge!
Together with the Singapore Cancer Society, NCIS will be organising a public webinar on breast cancer in English and Mandarin.
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English Session
- Date: 16 Oct, Saturday
- Time: 10.30am to 12pm
- Venue: Zoom
- Registration: https://linktr.ee/BCwebinar
- Programme Highlights:
- 10.30am: Value Your Assets! by Dr Matilda Lee, Associate Consultant, Department of Haematology-Oncology, NCIS
- 11.05am: Know the Strategies! by Dr Tira Tan, Consultant, Division of Medical Oncology, NCCS
- 11.45am: Question and Answer
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Mandarin Session
- Date: 16 Oct, Saturday
- Time: 2.30pm to 4.00pm
- Venue: Zoom
- Registration: https://linktr.ee/BCwebinar
- Programme Highlights:
- 2.30pm: 珍爱健康，关爱乳房 by 陈俊杰医生, 肿瘤专科顾问医生, 新加坡国立癌症中心
- 3.00pm: “ 乳“何治疗 by 胡书林医生, 顾问医生, 乳房学科及内分泌学科顾, 黄廷芳综合医院
- 3.30pm: 自助是最好的帮助 by 李博, 乳房专科护士, 专科护理, 黄廷方综合医院
- 3.45pm: 问答时间
Breast cancer is the number 1 cancer affecting women in Singapore. It is important for you keep fit and stay healthy through exercise. Buddy up with your BFF and join our Yoga instructor for an hour of fitness! Remember to put on your pink sportswear and assemble your pink sports gear!
- Dates: 14, 21 and 28 October
- Time: 1pm
- Venue: Zoom
- Registration:
For more information, visit www.dflyfitness.com.
Breast cancer is the number 1 cancer affecting women in Singapore. Learn from our specialist about breast cancer and what you can do to detect it. Join our breast cancer survivor in a light-hearted discussion about her inspiring breast cancer journey.
Buddy up with your mother, sister or friends to find out more. Register now!
Date: 30 October 2021, Saturday
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/BCAMMalayForum
Speakers:
- Dr Lim Siew Eng, Senior Consultant, Department of Haematology-Oncology, NCIS
- Breast Cancer Survivor
The mammobus is back! Slots are limited so register fast!
Details
- Dates: 30 Oct & 16 Nov
- Time: 9am to 4.20pm (strictly by appointment only)
- Venue: Jurong Medical Centre (60 Jurong West Central 3, Singapore 648346)
Registration
Eligibility Criteria for Breast Screening
- Women aged 40 years old & above (Singapore citizen, Singapore PR & foreigner)
- Have not gone for mammography in the last:
- 12 months (40-49 years old)*
- 24 months (50 years old & above)
- Have no breast symptoms such as breast lumps or nipple discharge
- Have not been breastfeeding for the past 6 months
- Not pregnant
Important Notes:
- Patients with mobility aids are advised to have their mammogram screening done at breast screening centres.
- *Women aged 40 to 49 years old can screen for breast cancer but they should talk to their doctor about the benefits and limitations of mammograms in this age group so that they can make an informed choice about going for screening.
Fees
| Fees (Subsidized rate) | 1st Time Screener | Repeat Screener |
| Singapore Citizen | $0 | $10 |
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Breast cancer is the number 1 cancer affecting women in Singapore. If you are 50 and above, it is important for you to do your mammogram once every 2 years. Early detection can save your life!
This October and November, in addition to prevailing subsidies available, NCIS will be offering $10 funding assistance to women who will be going for their mammograms for the first time under the HPB Screen For Life Programme*. The NCIS Funding Assistance is available at selected National University Polyclinics (NUP). Buddy up with your friends and book your appointment early!*
Registration Details*
Tel: 6275 6443
Scan QR code:
NUP Polyclinics with $10 NCIS Funding Assistance
| Clementi Polyclinic | Blk 451 Clementi Avenue 3, #02-307, S(120451) Level 2, Counter 54
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| Bukit Batok Polyclinic | 50 Bukit Batok West Avenue 3, S(659164) Level 1, Room 12 Counter |
| Choa Chu Kang Polyclinic | 2 Teck Whye Crescent, S(688846) Level 2, Room 52 Counter |
| Jurong Polyclinic | 190 Jurong East Avenue 1, S(609788) Level 1, Room 9 Counter |
| Pioneer Polyclinic | 26 Jurong West Street 61, S(648201) Level 2C, Counter 3 - 5 |
Funding Assistance Eligibility
- Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident
- Have no breast symptoms such as breast lumps or blood-stained nipple discharge
- Have not been breastfeeding for the past 6 months
- Women aged 50 years and above and have not gone for mammogram for the last 24 months
- Women aged *40 to 49 who have not gone for mammogram for the last 12 months
- Screening for the first time under Breast Screen Singapore
- Screening is performed at NHGD Centres located at NUP Polyclinics, namely at Bukit Batok, Clementi, Jurong, Pioneer and Chua Chu Kang polyclinics.
*Terms & Conditions
- Funding assistance is subject to the first 500 registrations, on a first come first serve basis.
- Funding eligibility is subject to eligibility checks on HPB's Breast Screen Singapore portal.
