10 years of awareness

Tonga Breast Cancer Society marks 10 years of awareness

Speaking to more than 50 guests, Radiologist Specialist Dr. ‘Ana ‘Akau’ola said Tonga Breast Cancer Society Inc. mandate has always been to support and complement the work of the Ministry of Health to combat this disease as it has claimed many lives both young and old.

“Breast cancer remains the number one cancer affecting women in Tonga. Its incidence is still the highest in all cancers encountered in Tonga. Worldwide, breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women during the course of their lives.”