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Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 10
Rachel Anne Escoto , 35, was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in 2011. Armed with her family’s love and steadfast faith...

EPCALM
Nov 22, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 9
Michael Angelo M. Glee , 33 was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in 2019. In his leukemia journey, he sees the important...

EPCALM
Nov 15, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 8
When Josephine Oller , 48, was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in 2009, she initially felt hopeless. But with the love...

EPCALM
Nov 5, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 7
Mary Ana M. Alonzo, 35, was treated for acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) in 2021. After undergoing bone marrow transplantation (BMT) in...

EPCALM
Nov 3, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 6
Delia A. Quiroz, 67, was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in 2021. Despite the challenges in her leukemia journey, she...

EPCALM
Oct 31, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 5
After being diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in 2023, Renato V. Isidro, 53, realized the importance of regular medical...

EPCALM
Oct 29, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 4
Diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in 2012, Norma D. Mallari , 60, finds strength in her community – the “CML Warriors”....

EPCALM
Oct 28, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 3
Roderick A. Mugas , 46, has been living with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) for four years now. As the sole breadwinner, his...

EPCALM
Oct 28, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 2
The leukemia journey of Gliceria “Shirley” C. Budiongan, 54, began when she was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). As...

EPCALM
Oct 22, 2024


Patient Journals Lessons Learned Series - No. 1
The leukemia journey of Michael S. Matias , 35, began when he was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) in 2018. It was...

EPCALM
Oct 20, 2024


Break Down the Barriers!
Early leukemia diagnosis requires ensuring rapid patient presentation, diagnosis, and treatment. It focuses on reducing delays between...

EPCALM
Oct 20, 2024


Early Detection is Key!
Early detection of leukemia greatly increases the chances for successful treatment. It has two components – Early Diagnosis (or...

EPCALM
Oct 20, 2024


Valuable Insights from a Leukemia Patient
Patient Stories Series (No. 11) An EPCALM-serviced patient shared three valuable insights he learned from his leukemia journey, which he...

EPCALM
Oct 10, 2024


BTS—APO Sings for HOPE: A Night of Celebration and Nostalgia
Behind the Scenes (BTS): It was a night like no other, as EPCALM Friends, Patrons, Donors and others trooped to the Samsung Hall of...

EPCALM
Oct 8, 2024


Moments from ‘APO Sings for HOPE’: Weaving a tapestry of hope for the needy
As the EPCALM Foundation marked its 19th year, it staged a fundraiser, “APO Sings for HOPE” featuring the Apo Hiking Society’s Jim...

EPCALM
Oct 7, 2024


EPCALM Joins Blood Cancer Alliance PH In Observing Blood Cancer Awareness Month
In solidarity with patient groups that provide programs and allied services to blood cancer patients in the Philippines, the EPCALM...

EPCALM
Sep 5, 2024


EPCALM supports Blood Drive of SLMC-GC IM Department Partners with Blood Cancer Alliance patient groups
In celebration of World Leukemia Awareness Month (also known as Blood Cancer Awareness Month) in September, the EPCALM Foundation lends...

EPCALM
Sep 3, 2024


Hope blooms in her brave fight
Patient Stories Series (No. 10) She has faced adversities, and continues to battle challenges as they come, with firm determination and...

EPCALM
Aug 20, 2024


“APO Sings for HOPE“
The EPCALM Adult Leukemia Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. (EPCALM) is the first non-profit organization in the country, which...

EPCALM
Aug 15, 2024


EPCALM cited as Kabalikat Awardee by SLMC-GC
EPCALM Foundation was recently presented the “Kabalikat Award” by the St. Luke’s Medical Center-Global City (SLMC-GC) for its consistent...

EPCALM
Aug 6, 2024


‘Blood heroes’ give all-out support to EPCALM Blood Drive
In a massive show of public support, “blood heroes” trooped to the St. Luke’s Medical Center- Global City (SLMC-GC) in Taguig City on 29...

EPCALM
Jul 18, 2024


Public Awareness on Leukemia is Key
Patient Stories Series (No. 9) Raising awareness about leukemia serves as a platform to educate the public about the disease’s early...

EPCALM
Jun 25, 2024


A CML ‘wonderwo-mom’
Patient Stories Series (No. 8) Fatigue, rapid weight loss, loss of appetite – these were some of the telltale symptoms, which prompted...

EPCALM
Jun 18, 2024


From Leukemia Patient to Advocate
Patient Stories Series (No. 7) About three years ago, Mary Ana M. Alonzo faced her most challenging health crisis when she was treated...

EPCALM
Jun 14, 2024
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