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Persons with Chronic Diseases/Congenital Defects
What is Cancer?
Cancer is a disease, with which cells divide and grow uncontrollably, potentially spread and affect different parts of body.
What services provide treatment, rehabilitation, palliative care and holistic support to cancer survivors and their families?
The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society fights against cancer by advocating, engaging, empowering and supporting all.
What services provide emotional support, short-term financial aid, professional advice and professional carers to cancer survivors and their families?
Free services and professional carers are provided by Cancer Fund to help you manage the physical, emotional, psychological and social challenges brought about by a cancer diagnosis.
What is Breast Cancer?
The breasts are made up of glandular tissues comprising mammary gland tissues, fat and connective tissues. During pregnancy, mammary glands will produce and excrete milk for babies.
What services provide patient support to breast cancer patients, including breast screening and emotional support?
The Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation (HKBCF) was set up on 8 March 2005, as a non-profit charitable organisation dedicated to mitigating the threat of breast cancer to the local community through education, patient support and research & advocacy.
Elderly Centers In The Community
District Elderly Center/Neighborhood Center is a community support service for the elderly at the district level. Its purpose is to help the elderly live a healthy, respected and dignified life in the community, and to encourage the elderly to actively participate and contribute to society.
