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Ticket fees help support the running of the event by My Community. The Singapore Cancer Society does not collect any portion of this fee.
When Diana Low began experiencing unusual symptoms, she brushed them off as menopause-related. But just days before Chinese New Year 2023, Diana was rushed to start cancer treatment after she received a shocking diagnosis — stage 4B endometrial cancer that had spread to her liver and lymph nodes. Once a small business owner at Whampoa Market, Diana’s whirlwind experience with cancer and her recovery journey has led her to a completely new perspective on life. Join us to see how she has experienced this “rebirth”, and get the tour of Singapore Cancer Society’s facilities to see how they support cancer patients through their journey in battling the disease – from a café where cancer patients/caregivers can receive befriending services and access helpful resources, to the rehabilitation facilities where patients can regain their strength.
Ticket fees help support the running of the event by My Community. The Singapore Cancer Society does not collect any portion of this fee.
Dr Priyanka Rajendram is a public health physician from Singapore with expertise in public health promotion, policy development, content creation and programme management. At the Singapore Cancer Society, she oversees public education and outreach initiatives to drive cancer awareness, improve screening uptake and community health outcomes. Her expertise includes social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) and entertainment-education(E-E) initiatives, with work across local and global settings.
Dr Priyanka holds appointments as an Honorary Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and an Honorary Adjunct Lecturer at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, both at the National University of Singapore.
Dr Priyanka is also the co-founder of Girlsplained, a non-profit community organisation based in the UK that uses SBCC and E-E to support black and brown girls’ sexual health and rights through social media. She believes in achieving results through creative thinking and experimentation and building solid relationships through collaborative and participatory approaches.
Diana Low is a Stage 4B stomach and endometrial cancer survivor who shares her story to inspire and support others. She was diagnosed in early 2023 after experiencing symptoms she initially mistook for the return of menstruation post-menopause. Though she delayed seeking treatment, an urgent admission to KKH revealed the cancer had spread to her lungs and lymph nodes. Calm upon receiving the diagnosis, Diana chose to break the news to her siblings herself, urging them to stay strong for her.
At the time, Diana was running a plus-sized clothing stall at Whampoa Market, but had to give it up during chemotherapy due to severe side effects and frequent hospital stays. Even simple tasks exhausted her, but with the support of her family and Traditional Chinese Medicine, her stamina gradually improved. She now helps with her family’s F&B business at Changi Airport Terminal 2.
Diana underwent six cycles of chemotherapy at KKH, and was heartened to see her tumour markers drop dramatically. Although she will always be considered Stage 4, she likens her cancer to a “hibernating volcano”—uncertain, but currently dormant.
Through the Singapore Cancer Society’s Survivorship Centre in Woodlands, she found strength in group activities like Zumba and peer sharing. Diana also started a small support group for stomach and cervical cancer patients, and hopes to expand this by accompanying older patients through their treatment journeys—offering practical help, empathy, and encouragement.
The youngest in her family, Diana’s experience shifted her perspective on life. Once driven and work-focused, she now embraces a slower pace, cherishing time with her sisters and grand-niece. Grateful for those who stood by her, she urges others to listen to their bodies, seek early screening, and stay hopeful.
The Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) is a self-funded, voluntary welfare organisation established in 1964. Committed to minimizing the impact of cancer, SCS provides a comprehensive range of services that span the entire cancer journey — from prevention and early detection to rehabilitation, and hospice care. Through public education, cancer screening, patient support, financial assistance, advocacy, and research, the Society works to reduce cancer incidence and improve quality of life for those affected. As a trusted and leading charitable cancer organisation in Singapore, SCS continues to drive impactful programmes in cancer prevention and control across the nation.
May Hui is an active volunteer with My Community, contributing as a heritage guide and facilitator for tours and cultural programmes. She also brings significant experience from her longstanding roles as a docent with Singapore’s heritage institutions, including the Indian Heritage Centre, Malay Heritage Centre, and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, where she has guided diverse audiences through Singapore’s history.
May’s volunteerism extends beyond heritage work: she has spent over a decade mentoring inmates as a volunteer with the Singapore After-Care Association (SACA), helping them prepare for reintegration into society. For her, these seemingly different volunteer activities share a common thread—unlocking “prisons of the mind” by encouraging openness, curiosity, and learning.
In My Community, May’s dedication as a volunteer guide reflects her passion for engaging the public, sharing stories that connect individuals to Singapore’s past while inspiring them to explore more deeply.
Her guiding approach is meticulous and thoughtful; she is known for weaving historical details into narratives that resonate personally, ensuring that every visitor leaves not just informed but motivated to continue exploring.
Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
Parking is available at Level 3 and 4 of the NCCS building.
Ticket fees help support the running of the event by My Community. The Singapore Cancer Society does not collect any portion of this fee.
My Births and Rebirths
My Births and Rebirths
My Births and Rebirths
My Births and Rebirths
My Births and Rebirths
My Births and Rebirths
