Title
Authorize PCS National Fund Drive Dec 1962-Jan 1963
Law
Proclamation No. 59
Decision Date
Nov 8, 1962
Diosdado Macapagal authorizes the Philippine Cancer Society, Inc. to conduct a national educational, membership, and fundraising campaign from December 1, 1962, to January 31, 1963, to enhance cancer prevention and control efforts across the country.
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Recognition of Cancer as a National Concern

  • Cancer is identified as one of the most feared killer diseases in the Philippines
  • Prevention and control of cancer are considered urgent nationwide concerns

Achievements and Services of the Philippine Cancer Society

  • The Society has pioneered cancer prevention and control efforts in the country
  • It operates a Detection and Diagnostic Center providing free services to the public
  • Over 18,000 patients have been served free of charge since the Society's establishment four years prior

Key Activities of the Society

  • Statistical research on cancer
  • Dissemination of information focusing on cancer prevention and control
  • Expansion plans to extend services nationwide

Call for Public Support and Cooperation

  • Citizens and residents of the Philippines, regardless of nationality, race, or creed, are urged to support the campaign generously
  • National and local government officials and employees are called to offer full and unconditional cooperation

Legal Effect and Presidential Authority

  • The authorization is issued under the legal authority vested in the President of the Philippines
  • The Proclamation is formally executed with the affixation of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and the President's signature
  • The Executive Secretary attests the proclamation’s issuance

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