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President Ferdinand Marcos named former Philippine National Police chief Benjamin C. Acorda Jr. as the new executive director of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC).

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro announced the appointment on Wednesday.

Acorda was a member of the Philippine Military Academy Sambisig Class of 1991. Prior to leading the PNP, he also served as head of its Directorate for Intelligence.

He will replace Undersecretary Gilbert Cruz as head of PAOCC.

Castro said Cruz will be given a new government position, but she declined to divulge it for now.

Under Cruz’s leadership, PAOCC launched a crackdown on Philippine offshore gambling operations (POGO), which was linked to human trafficking and other criminal activities.

As of press time, Malacañang has yet to disclose the reason for the change in leadership of PAOCC.

This was also the case when Marcos decided to appoint last week the new heads of the three attached agencies of the Department of Transportation (DOTr).

Special Envoy on Transnational Crime Markus Lacanilao was designated as the new chairman of the Land Transportation Office (LTO), while Vigor Mendoza II and Teofilo Guadiz III became the heads of Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), and Office of Transport Cooperatives (OTC), respectively.

THE House of Representatives recently approved on third and final reading two landmark education reform measures-House Bill 4744, or the Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act, and House Bill 4745, or the Last Mile Schools Act.

The Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act, a priority measure under the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) Common Legislative Agenda, institutionalized a national voucher program to help families afford private schooling. It also creates the Bureau of Private Education under the Department of Education (DepEd) to oversee and enhance assistance programs for students, teachers, and schools.

The measure updates the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education (E-Gastpe) Act, or Republic Act 8545, strengthening the partnership between the public and private sectors in addressing classroom shortages and expanding access to quality education.

Meanwhile, the Last Mile Schools Act addresses the infrastructure gap that hinders access to education in geographically isolated, disadvantaged, and conflict-affected areas (Gidca). The bill establishes a five-year nationwide program to ensure that schools in these communities have adequate classrooms, learning facilities, and digital connectivity. It mandates the DepEd to work closely with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Department of Energy (DOE), National Electrification Administration (NEA), and Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to construct classrooms, improve access roads, and expand electricity and internet services in last-mile areas.

In a statement, Tingog party-list group said the passage of the two measures aims to make education truly inclusive and accessible for all.

‘Education should never be a matter of privilege or proximity. Through the Private Basic Education Vouchers Assistance Act and the Last Mile Schools Act, we are making sure that learning opportunities reach every Filipino learner-whether in private school classrooms or in the most remote barangays. These reforms affirm our belief that education is both a right and a responsibility shared by all, and that no child should ever be left behind simply because of circumstance,’ said Tingog, one of the authors of the bill.

Tingog added that the approval of these bills reflects the strong partnership between Congress and the national government in advancing education as a cornerstone of national development and vowed to continue championing measures that uplift Filipino learners and strengthen the country’s education system.

THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $400 million policy-based loan to support reforms to increase the efficiency of the Philippines’ insurance industry.

According to the ADB, the ‘Insurance Reform Program (IRP) Subprogram 1’ supports ‘broader’ financial sector development reforms in regulation and supervision, including greater intermediation of long-term credit for government infrastructure projects.

‘It is designed to foster a more efficient, consumer-oriented, and technologically advanced insurance market that strengthens climate risk management and disaster resilience,’ the multilateral lender said through a statement.

Andrew Jeffries, ADB Country Director for the Philippines, was quoted in the statement as saying that the program is a ‘strategic investment’ in the Philippines’s sustainable and inclusive economic future.

‘By modernizing the regulatory framework, we are not only strengthening the insurance industry itself-we are building a critical line of protection for the nation, mobilizing long-term capital for development, and ensuring that the benefits of economic growth reach every Filipino entrepreneur and household,’ added Jeffries.

According to the ADB, the program will be implemented in three ‘sequenced’ subprograms, in close partnership with the Insurance Commission.

‘It supports comprehensive reforms-including cutting-edge digitalization and climate finance-to enhance resilience, financial inclusion, and consumer trust,’ read the statement.

According to the ADB, the program also ‘complements’ the lender’s recent support for related reforms, such as parametric and indemnity insurance under the ‘Second Disaster Resilience Improvement’ (SDRI) program, agriculture insurance under the ‘Climate Change Action’ program (CCAP) and health insurance under the ‘Build Universal Health Care’ (BUHC) program.

In a statement the ADB issued last January, the lender explained that the SDRI program ‘is a multiyear contingent disaster financing program with an option to replenish the facility twice, upon approval by the ADB Board.’

‘Loan renewals are allowed if there will be unutilized amounts after the initial 5-year period,’ the ADB added. That month the ADB announced the approval of a $500-million loan for the SDRI program.

Meanwhile, the CCAP ‘supports the Philippines in implementing its national climate policies and delivering on its climate commitments, including its nationally determined contribution (NDC), which aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 75 percent by 2030 and scale up climate change adaptation.’

Finally, Subprogram 2 of the BUHC program ‘builds on government efforts to implement the three key reform areas of the Universal Health Care Act of 2019: sustainable financing and strategic purchasing; integrated delivery of quality health services; and, information management and performance accountability.’

According to the ADB, the IRP is its first dedicated insurance reform program, building on the bank’s ongoing support to the Philippine insurance industry and capital markets development since the late 1990s.

Despite a challenging condominium leasing market in Metro Manila, major business hubs such as Makati CBD, Fort Bonifacio, and Ortigas Center remain popular among expatriates. These foreign employees are looking for exclusivity and connectivity; and the three major hubs are very popular as they house expansive office towers, high-end condominium units offering large cuts, upscale malls, as well as institutional facilities such as international schools and hospitals.

Expatriates and their families gravitate towards these business districts as they offer residential units that are a cut above the rest-offering hotel-like amenities and services, resort-like pools, quality furnishing, etc. These business districts also feature high-end malls housing popular local and foreign brands.

Dissecting the three major hubs

Makati CB, has one of the most competitive office, residential, and retail vacancies in the capital region. Even for the hospitality segment, business hotels and serviced apartments in Makati CBD continue to record impressive occupancies and growth in average daily rates post-covid. In fact there are foreign brands likely to open new accommodation facilities in Makati CBD in the next 2 to 3 years.

Fort Bonifacio enjoys its stature as the hub of large outsourcing and multinational corporations (MNCs) in the Philippines. The business district houses brands such as Coca-Cola, Wells Fargo, Samsung, among others. The presence of international schools and prominent healthcare facilities in Fort Bonifacio also makes the business district a preferred site by expatriates. The relocation of Philippine Stock Exchange also enticed equity firms to occupy office space in the business hub.

Ortigas Center has seen its skyline redefined by new office buildings completed over the past three to four years. The business hub has one of the most competitive office and residential vacancies in Metro Manila. The presence of Asian Development Bank and San Miguel headquarters is a proof of Ortigas Center’s status as a prominent business district in the capital region. The business district also houses major tenants from non-outsourcing and traditional segments.

Prime spots for upscale to luxury residential projects

Over the past few years, we have also seen the launch and completion of new condominium projects in these business districts. Given the surging land values in these hubs, developers launched luxury to ultra luxury (at least P20 million per unit) projects.

Interestingly, these expensive and expansive residential developments are recording brisk take up. Despite being priced between P50 million to P100 million per unit, these projects’ take up range between more than 50 percent to above 90 percent, almost sold out.

Colliers Philippines also doesn’t see a sizable addition to the three business districts’ ready for occupancy (RFO) condominium stock-unlike other locations that had sizable completion especially from 2017 to 2020. As of Q2 2025, the three business districts account for less than 3 percent of unsold ready for occupancy (RFO) condominium units in Metro Manila.

Overall, these solid demand drivers explain why Makati CBD, Fort Bonifacio, and Ortigas Center continue to thrive despite the emergence of other business districts and micro-townships across the capital region.

Colliers encourages developers to remain cautious with their new launches in the three business districts-whether it’s office, residential, retail, or hotel development. Investors should be mindful of the enactment of the Condominium redevelopment Act which is still pending in Congress and the completion of major projects such as Metro Manila Subway and how these initiatives and public projects will affect land and property prices in the three major business hubs.

Puregold CinePanalo 2026 has released their official Top 15 shortlist for the festival’s full-length category. The select entries come from the country’s most driven directors who range from emerging voices in the field to eminent visionaries of the industry. The diversity and quality of the line-up assure cineastes that this will be the most competitive and exciting year of the Puregold CinePanalo yet.

From the list of 15, only seven filmmakers will be selected, each of whom will receive PhP 5 million-the highest production grant in Philippine film festival history.

The top 15 full-length films for the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo are:

Ennui – Alpha Habon

Pasilyo – Allen Galindo

Gods and Thieves – Tyrone Acierto

Apol of My Ai – Thop Nazareno

Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo) – Rodina Singh

And There was Silence – Jonathan Jurilla

Wantawsan – Joseph Abello

Stuck on You – Mikko Baldoza

Mono No Aware – BC Amparado

Ang Lalakeng Lumuluha ng Perlas – Khavn

Beast – Lawrence Fajardo

I’ve Seen Where it Ends – JP Habac

Aripuen – Christopher Gozum

Patay Gutom (Dead Hungry) – Carl Papa and Ian Pangilinan

Catch Me if You Stan – Rayn Brizuela

Puregold’s senior marketing manager and festival chair Ivy Hayagan-Piedad spoke on what the Top 15 line up means for the festival as a whole. ‘The 2026 Puregold CinePanalo line-up is a revelation to us at the festival. Only three years in, we’ve earned the attention and trust of some of the country’s most important filmmakers,’ said Hayagan-Piedad. ‘We are indebted to all the participants who entrusted their best-kept stories to us. We are humbled and extremely excited to make these dream projects a panalo reality.’

Puregold CinePanalo has undeniably developed a reputation for producing internationally acclaimed films. This includes Kurt Soberano’s Under a Piaya Moon, Sigrid Bernardo’s Pushcart Tales, TM Malones’ Salum, JP Habac’s Olsen’s Day, and many more, which have received recognition in Pakistan, Morocco, Singapore, and the United States, among others. Today, the record-breaking production grant and the global prestige achieved by the festival’s past films have enticed even more directors to participate in the biggest Puregold CinePanalo yet.

The Top 15 filmmakers will face one more round of selection before the announcement of the official festival line-up. The shortlisted filmmakers will pitch directly to the festival’s selection committee, which will have the difficult task of curating a final list of seven that will move on to the production phase.

The selected full-length films will screen at the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival at the Gateway Cineplex 18 on August 7 to 18, 2026.

Meanwhile, applications for the Puregold CinePanalo’s student shorts category continue. Interested applicants may still submit their dream projects to https://tinyurl.com/PCPFFShorts before 11:59 PM on November 25, 2025.

The protein craze that turbocharged energy bars and meat sticks is now coming for sugar-frosted Pop-Tarts.

Starting in early November, pop-tart maker Kellanova will offer a version of the sprinkle-strewn toaster pastries with the kind of higher protein content reserved for what are typically considered healthier foods. This follows PepsiCo Inc.’s plans for a higher-protein version of Doritos. Elsewhere, protein is being added to popcorn, pasta, bread, cookie dough, ice cream and macaroni and cheese.

The trend shows how packaged-food companies are betting that protein can lure back shoppers who have moved away from highly processed products. Food companies say consumers are looking for some nutritional benefit even in foods that aren’t considered healthy as they try to lose weight and ward off cravings. Many users of GLP-1s are also increasing their protein intake to help retain muscle mass.

‘A Pop-Tart is a bit of a treat,’ said K. T. Mccann, vice president of research and development and innovation for Kellanova North America. ‘The opportunity for us was to bring a little bit of protein to something they already love.’ Kellanova sold nearly 3 billion of the toaster pastries in 2023.

The global market for foods fortified with protein is estimated to reach more than $100 billion by 2030, up from roughly $67 billion in 2023, according to Grand View Research.

‘I don’t think we’re anywhere close to the peak’ of protein demand, which has been building for years, according to Randy Burt, a managing director at AlixPartners specializing in food and beverages. ‘Most consumers in the US believe they need to increase their intake of protein,’ he added, predicting that increasing popularity and availability of GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro would continue to fuel demand for protein.

First sold in 1964, the Pop-Tart was originally called a ‘fruit scone,’ but was quickly renamed. In 1967, the company added frosting that wouldn’t melt in the toaster and the following year, it added sprinkles. Today, there are dozens of flavors of the toaster pastries as well as Pop-Tart branded breakfast cereal and a miniature version known as ‘Bites.’

The new versions of Pop-Tarts will have 10 grams of protein per serving in three flavors: brown sugar cinnamon, strawberry and blueberry. To up the protein intake, the company is adding wheat protein concentrate and a milk protein concentrate to the dry ingredients that are used to make the toaster pastries’ dough.

The filling, frosting and sprinkles will remain the same and the pastries will overall appear very similar to their standard counterparts, though they will taste slightly different, Mccann said.

‘When you add protein to things, it browns a little differently,’ she said. ‘It creates a bit of a toasty flavor to the dough, or the crust of the Pop-Tart.’

The sugar content will be similar to regular Pop-Tarts, which have about 30 grams of sugar per serving, depending on the flavor. That’s roughly 60 percent of the recommended daily intake. The high-protein version will cost $3.99 for an eight-pack, compared with $3.49 for the standard pastries.

Kellanova developed Pop-Tarts Protein after getting the request from several retailers in the spring. The products were developed on an accelerated timeline given strong demand for protein-infused foods.

The food industry’s ‘from-the-griddle’ category, which includes Eggo waffles, is the fastest-growing segment of frozen breakfast foods, with higher-protein options driving that growth, Kellanova said. Eggo waffles hold 54 percent of that ‘from-the-griddle’ market, according to the company, which also makes NutriGrain snack bars and Pringles chips.

Kellanova already sells a high-protein version of Eggo waffles, which they renamed earlier this year to emphasize the protein content.

Big restaurant chains have also sought to capitalize on the trend: Starbucks recently added new protein lattes and cold foams to its menu. The coffee chain plans to launch ready-to-drink versions in grocery stores next year.

Still, big food companies have lagged behind startups and even private-label brands when it comes to protein, said Oisin Hanrahan, chief executive officer of Keychain, an AI-powered manufacturing platform for the consumer packaged goods industry.

‘Insurgent brands are on the forefront of pushing the boundaries on innovation, but private-label teams are quickly adding protein to more products,’ he said, ‘and they’re doing it faster than the biggest legacy players.’

Mccann said small companies can be ‘nimble and fast’ but noted that Kellanova has also acted quickly to add protein to its products.

She also referred to acquisitions, such as the company’s purchase of RXBar, which was announced in 2017.

‘There’s probably more to come around protein and not just from us, but across the board,’ she said. ‘It’s going to keep coming.’

MANILA brings to the global stage its push for more accessible digital tools and lower costs to uplift micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across ASEAN.

In a statement on Tuesday, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) in Geneva, under the Philippine Mission to the World Trade Organization (WTO), took center stage at the WTO Public Forum 2025 on September 17 and 18, 2025 as it championed the Philippines’ leadership in driving digital transformation and inclusive growth for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across ASEAN.

Manuel Teehankee, the Philippines’ Permanent Representative to the WTO, emphasized MSMEs’ ‘central role’ in ASEAN’s economic resilience and global competitiveness.

‘MSMEs form the backbone of our economies but challenges remain’, Teehankee said.

As such, he told the WTO Forum: ‘We must enable them to access digital tools, lower costs, and expand cross-border opportunities to thrive in the global marketplace.’

As a co-organizer of the high-level session ‘Beyond Borders: ASEAN’s Bold Paths to MSME Digitalization,’ The DTI’s trade and investment office in Geneva positioned the Philippines as a ‘proactive regional advocate for innovation, interoperability, and digital inclusion.’

DTI said the session, which was held on the sidelines of the WTO’s largest annual gathering of policymakers, industry leaders, and global stakeholders, was jointly organized with GCash.

A panel discussion which included Rowena Zamora, Chief Strategy Officer of Mynt (the operator of GCash), explored ‘strategies’ to accelerate MSME adoption of digital solutions and strengthen cross-border interoperability, highlighting initiatives such as Project Nexus, a collaboration among the central banks of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand to link instant payment systems across borders.

Meanwhile, Teehankee also affirmed the Philippines’ commitment to accelerating MSME digitalization and its active role in advancing the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)-a landmark initiative to be concluded ahead of the Philippines’ Asean Chairship in 2026.

According to a blog post of World Economic Forum (WEF) in May 2025, the Asean DEFA is the world’s first region-wide digital economy agreement.

‘ASEAN has taken a firm decision. In a world increasingly defined by digital transformation, it is stepping forward deliberately, ambitiously and in a united fashion,’ WEF noted.

According to WEF, the ASEAN DEFA, currently under negotiation, represents a ‘pivotal moment’ for the region.

‘More than an economic pact, DEFA is a strategic blueprint for how our nearly 680 million people can access a digital future that is open, secure and inclusive,’ it also noted.

Megawide Construction Corp. on Wednesday said it secured two new contracts with Andrew Tan’s Megaworld Corp. to build residential towers in the property developer’s townships in Taguig and in Pasay.

The multi-billion-peso contracts cover civil, structural and architectural works as well as MEPF or mechanical, electric, plumbing and fire.

‘We are very excited to again work with Megaworld, who has been our long-standing client. Our partnership with them is built on the shared pursuit of sustainability, excellence, and speed-to-market, which have defined both our organizations’ brand and track record.

We intend to cultivate this further by providing them products and services that meet their very strict quality and workmanship standards,’ Edgar Saavedra, Megawide president and CEO, said.

The two projects are Uptown Modern and One Portwood, both residential facilities in Megaworld’s Uptown BGC development.

Uptown Modern is the newest addition to the high-rise residential towers, which is designed with ‘form and function in mind and sets a new standard for modern living’.

One Portwood, meanwhile, is a residential condominium located in Newport City, right across Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal in Pasay.

Megawide said it will again leverage on its expertise in engineering and construction methodology, anchored on its pre-cast technology and integrated construction solutions, which were earlier showcased in Megaworld developments, such as The Worldwide Plaza, Albany Luxury Suites, Newport Link, International Finance Tower, and Gentry Manor, among others.

‘Our strategic partnership with Megawide has been built on a foundation of trust, and we applaud the consistent excellence they bring to every project,’ Megaworld head of operations Jennifer L. Romualdez said.

The contracts with Megaworld form part of the P20-billion new deals Megawide has been negotiating to bring its order book to P50 billion by yearend. The company is also targeting to forge deals with other clients, such as Trans Aire Development Holdings Corporation (a subsidiary of San Miguel Corp.), DoubleDragon, 8990 Holdings, Landers, and Citicore Power Inc.

Megawide is also targeting ‘a healthy mix’ of residential, commercial/industrial, and infrastructure projects to maintain a balanced, sustainable, and diverse order book that will provide long-term revenue visibility and stability.

Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH), the first cancer specialty hospital in the Philippines, has partnered with Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (CGMH) in Taiwan to provide access to advanced cancer treatments.

This collaboration focuses on a cross-border patient referral program for advanced oncology treatments not yet available in the Philippines, such as proton beam therapy (PBT).

CGMH is a recognized leader in advanced cancer treatments in Asia, offering one of the region’s most comprehensive Proton Beam Therapy centers. The Proton and Radiation Therapy Center at CGMH Linkou is Taiwan’s first proton therapy center. This state-of-the-art facility combines cutting-edge technology with strong clinical expertise and a robust foundation in clinical research. CGMH is highly regarded for generating high-quality research and clinical outcomes data that contribute significantly to the global knowledge of PBT and cancer care.

PBT offers a highly precise way to target tumors, thereby minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue and reducing side effects. This added precision is particularly beneficial for treating tumors located near critical organs such as the lungs, spinal cord, heart, and brain, where damage could cause serious problems.

The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) took place on September 17, 2025, at HCCH in Taguig City. The event brought together key leaders from both institutions.

Three-pillar approach

The partnership between HCCH and CGMH focuses on three key areas to advance cancer care-Patient Referrals, Clinical Knowledge Exchange, and Data and Outcomes Collaboration.

HCCH will refer eligible patients for proton beam therapy at CGMH with agreed protocols and supported by care coordinators on both sides to facilitate logistics and other requirements.

The collaboration will establish virtual case conferences and tumor boards, allowing physicians from both hospitals to share expertise and discuss complex patient cases.

Additionally, the partnership will facilitate clinical rotations and observership opportunities for HCCH physicians at CGMH, with a special emphasis on radiation oncology and proton beam therapy.

HCCH and CGMH will also collaborate on a joint research initiative by sharing de-identified clinical outcomes for referred patients. This will not only ensure quality assurance but also pave the way for joint research opportunities, ultimately contributing to a better understanding of cancer treatments and their effectiveness.

With the shared goal of bringing the best in cancer care to patients, CGMH now joins HCCH’s ecosystem of international partners, which includes renowned institutions like the US-based City of Hope and National Cancer Centre Singapore.

THERE are two hormones responsible for ensuring that a woman’s reproductive system does its job well. The first is estrogen, which regulates the menstrual cycle and prepares the uterus for pregnancy; and the other one is progesterone, which thickens the lining of the uterus to receive a fertilized egg and is key to breasts producing milk. Together, they are also known for regulating mood, maintaining bone health, and contributing to brain function.

But prolonged exposure to estrogen and progesterone, or a high level of these hormones in the system, increases a woman’s risk for developing breast cancer because they fuel the growth of hormone-sensitive or hormone-dependent breast cancer cells.

‘Hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells contain hormone receptors-estrogen receptors or ERs, and progesterone receptors or PRs. These receptors are proteins that activate when hormones bind to them,’ explains Melodie Grace M. Remorca, MD, from the Breast Imaging Center of top Philippine hospital Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed, www.makatimed.net.ph). ‘Once activated, these receptors affect specific genes, which, in turn, stimulate cell growth.’

Once thought to be caused by genetics (actress Angelina Jolie famously underwent a preventive double mastectomy in 2013 after learning she had the mutated BRCA1 gene, which puts her at risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer) or unhealthy lifestyle practices, the disease can be triggered by hormones, too. About 2 out of 3 breast cancers are hormone receptor-positive, says the American Cancer Society.

Hormone-sensitive breast cancer is treated with hormone therapy, which works by reducing the production of estrogen and progesterone in the body, or by preventing hormones from binding to the receptors on cancer cells.

‘Depending on the type of hormone therapy, this protocol can also slow the growth of cancer that has spread, and lower the risk of cancer developing in other breast tissue,’ the doctor says. Used in combination with surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, hormone therapy can be given prior to surgery to shrink the tumor, making it easier for doctors to remove. When given after surgery, a patient takes it for at least five years.

If you note any symptoms of breast cancer (a lump in your breast, nipple inversion or discharge, changes in the size or shape of your breast), see a specialist immediately for an initial screening.

Hailed as the pioneer in breast imaging in the Philippines, the Breast Imaging Center at MakatiMed has offered cutting-edge and cost-effective breast cancer imaging services since 1993-from the digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) to breast ultrasound (sonomammogram).

Run by an all-women team of breast radiologists, specialized radiologic technologists, specialty-trained nurses, and admin staff, the clinic also conducts ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy, stereotactic core needle biopsy, wire needle localization, cyst aspiration, fine needle aspiration biopsy, biopsy clip placement, and galactography (a medical imaging procedure used to visualize the milk ducts of the breast).

High-tech imaging and interventional procedures can determine whether you do have breast cancer, and the appropriate steps to address it.

‘Hormone therapy is regarded as an effective approach to treating hormone-sensitive breast cancer. It has also shown to reduce the incidence of recurrence and improve survival rates,’ shares Remorca. ‘Of course, the type and stage of the cancer and a patient’s overall health ultimately play a role in a patient’s prognosis, so early detection is still crucial to a favorable outcome.’