Together Towards Wellness

Orchid Day

2010-03-23T17:59:00.009+08:00

The long awaited Orchid Day is finally here. BCWA's very inaugural Orchid Day was on the 5th March, the first Friday of 2010 and subsequently, the first Friday of March every year will be OUR Orchid day. This year, however, Orchid Day ran from 5th t0 8th, in conjunction with International Women Day which falls on the eventful 8th. The timing is just right; more reason to celebrate Orchid Day and

Outrageously Pink Nite (OPN) 2009

2010-03-19T14:32:00.014+08:00

Men in what??!! Yes, you heard us right. On 17th of November last year, ten hunks from the Harley Owners Group (HOG) Malaysian Chapter donned specially modified brassieres (courtesy of Xixili Intima) and rode on their big machines to Bangsar Village 2 with ten ladies from the Pink Challengers as pillion riders.The process of these hunks putting on the bra with the ladies watching was quite

My Story

2009-10-19T11:26:00.010+08:00

In October 2007 my Mum called me on the phone to break the shocking news that she was diagnosed with breast cancer. I could not believe that my strong mother the one and only indestructible Zaharah could get breast cancer? I could not control myself and started crying over the phone.We were all shocked as she would be the last person to get breast cancer because she has been very health conscious

New Merchandises Available at BCWA

2009-10-06T14:59:00.006+08:00

Hi all,We have two new interesting items available at BCWA.Presenting you Item A... Please click to enlarge and scrutinizeLooks tricky, huh? This creative invention is called Chollie Bra Hanger and it does what it does- it is a bra hanger. With this, you can now shed your worries on how and where. And, it helps to prolong the shelf life of your lovely bras too!Comes in a set of 3 (with two

A Letter to My Mom

2009-10-05T17:31:00.011+08:00

This letter was by Jessy's son and was given to her when she was undergoing her chemotherapy. Needless to say, this letter has brought his mom so much courage to put up a brave battle. Jessy has been a breast cancer survivor for almost two years.With the support she received from her loving husband and children, not only she walked through her battle, she has also used her experience to make a

Jamuan Teh Malaysia at BCWA

2009-09-29T18:07:00.011+08:00

Finally.... it's here.Yes, yes, yes... we know, we know, we said we would show you some pictures from the JAM at BCWA way back-like two months ago, but we have been on a super tight schedule, which is a good thing for us in a way =DLet us not waste time chattering... So here you go, some bits and pieces of it. If you want the complete, full story, join us next year =DYou may click on the picture

Greetings from Afghanistan

2009-08-24T11:53:00.004+08:00

Ms Ranjit, President of BCWA went over to Kabul from 2 to 8 August 2009 to work with the healthcare professionals in establishing cancer control strategies for the people in Afghanistan. Here is the message:(click to enlarge)If you still find it hard to read, here you go:"Dear Ladies,There is so much beauty in this country. The honesty, warm hospitality and respect hat comes from the local people

Girls Night Out- The Aftermath

2009-08-17T16:13:00.026+08:00

When a group of girls get together... what do you think might possibly happen? * * * * * * Yes... lots and lots of pinkish, girlish, fluffy stuff...

Jamuan Teh Malaysia at BCWA

2009-08-04T16:31:00.013+08:00

With all the hype around Jamuan Teh Malaysia, how we, BCWA, can possibly get away without having one... Therefore, BCWA presents you with the INAUGURAL Jamuan Teh Malaysia at BCWA premise... Date: 15 August 2009 (Saturday) Time: 10:00 am (sharp) Venue: Somewhere in the Faraway Land... BCWA premise-lah of courseSo, if you are unable to host your own Jamuan

Girls Nite Out

2009-08-04T15:31:00.010+08:00

Does this look familiar to you?Yes No? What about this?and this...?Have you secretly wished...? No, you don't need to tell us...Chill...No...not that sort of make-over-chill... but this... Yes, come and join us for superbly fantastic chill-out... no men, no in-laws, no children, no pets, no laundry, no work, no boss... but only girls and girls and girls who get together for fun...Date: 11 August

The 15th UICC Reach to Recovery International Breast Cancer Support Conference (13 – 15 May 2009, Brisbane, Australia)

2009-07-20T16:36:00.019+08:00

The Conference held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre was attended by 700 participants from 47 countries. The theme of the Conference “One Journey, Many People” brought together breast cancer survivors to share their experiences and understand the journey they have gone through. It also provided an opportunity to foster lifelong friendships and also networking with other

Jamuan Teh Malaysia Keepsakes

2009-07-16T11:00:00.021+08:00

Your Jamuan Teh Malaysia will not be complete without this unique multi-purpose teacup. The cup can hold up to approximately 450 ml of liquid; ideal for a cuppa hot tea (for the Jamuan Teh Malaysia) and maybe Milo Ais or mushroom soup thereafter. The saucer measuring at 18cm is big enough to hold some Oreo or kuih talam while sipping your perfect cup of tea. Available at only RM15.00Exclusively

Frequently Asked Questions

2009-07-15T11:33:00.006+08:00

1. Who can qualify as a host?Anyone can qualify as a host. You must register as host by filling in the form in our blogspot or http://www.jamuantehmalaysia.blogspot.com/ or give us a call at 03-7954 0133 / 03-2698 7300 so we could email or fax you a copy of the Host Registration/ Order Form.2. What are the basic requirements of hosting a tea party on 13 Aug?The basic requirement is you must

The Inagural Jamuan Teh Malaysia

2009-07-14T15:43:00.026+08:00

You must have heard of the Australia Biggest Morning Tea, a fundraising event so successful that has brought in $60 million since it first began in 1994. With one simple tagline,every cup counts in the fight against cancer; Australia Biggest Morning Tea has improved, changed and touched the lives of many. Therefore, thanks to Ms Natalie Wust from the Cancer Council Queensland, Australia for

Bum on Bikes

2009-07-06T15:24:00.023+08:00

“A ride a day keeps the stress away.” Joko Hurricane Max30 November 2008. Wow what a day! The day began bright and sunny and promised a day of superlatives. And who would think that bikers, stereotypically perceived as unruly... and rowdy...would give their time and lend their superb machines to help breast cancer survivors to promote public awareness on breast cancer. The Harley Owners Group (

What Have We Got Ourselves Into!

2009-06-18T12:07:00.041+08:00

29 March 2009 was a proud day for all of us in Pink Challengers (PCs), when 15 of us, ranging from 38 to 72 years old, including BCWA president Ranjit Kaur, became the first dragon-boat team of breast cancer survivors to paddle across the Penang Channel. We can still hear the roar of the 44 Harleys, whose riders came all the way from KL to Penang to give us their support and a rousing welcome to

Welcome to the Official Breast Cancer Welfare Association Blog

2009-06-11T17:24:00.017+08:00

It’s definitely an exciting day for us to have officially landed in the blogosphere... finally.Breast Cancer Welfare Association has been around since 1986, offering her service as a peer support group to individuals with breast cancer and her family members. Since then, BCWA has seen and assisted many women with breast cancer in addition to spreading the awareness on breast health and early