Manulife Singapore has announced a three-year partnership with Breast Cancer Foundation and Parkway Radiology to offer free breast cancer screenings across Singapore. The programme, fully funded by Manulife, aims to provide doctor assessments and mammogram screenings through the MammoXpress Mammography Bus, targeting women of all ages and residency statuses.
Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women aged 30 to 39 in Singapore, yet a recent study by Breast Cancer Foundation revealed that 91.5% of young women are not actively monitoring their breast health. This initiative seeks to address the gap by making screenings more accessible, especially for younger women who may not perceive themselves at risk. Michelle Fang, Chief Marketing Officer at Manulife Singapore, emphasised the importance of reducing barriers such as cost and convenience, stating, “Through this partnership, we are bringing doctor assessment and screening onto a mobile platform.”
The initiative also includes educational resources and awareness programmes to encourage early conversations about breast health. Jacob Soo, CEO of Breast Cancer Foundation, highlighted the mission to empower women, saying, “This partnership allows us to bring breast health conversations closer to where women live, work and study.”
Parkway Radiology will support the programme with its expertise and mobile services, aiming to improve early detection rates. CEO Tan Yujuan noted, “By bringing our clinical expertise and mobile screening closer to the community, we hope to help more women understand their personal risk.”
This collaboration aligns with Manulife’s broader goals of promoting longevity and health through early awareness and preventive care. For more information on the MammoXpress Mammography Bus locations, visit the Breast Cancer Foundation’s website.
