Avelon Healthcare Group joins forces with National Cancer Society Malaysia to make oncology care more affordable

The alliance arrives as rising global medical costs place increasing pressure on cancer patients and their families.

SHARIFAH SHAHIRAH
SHARIFAH SHAHIRAH
10 Feb 2026 10:55am
The MoU was signed by NCSM managing director, Prof. Dr Murallitharan Munisam and Avelon Healthcare Group chief executive officer (CEO) Jess Chong.
The MoU was signed by NCSM managing director, Prof. Dr Murallitharan Munisam and Avelon Healthcare Group chief executive officer (CEO) Jess Chong.

SHAH ALAM – Avelon Healthcare Group has partnered with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) in a strategic collaboration aimed at setting a new benchmark for accessible and affordable cancer care in the country.

The partnership was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, coinciding with World Cancer Day.

The alliance arrives as rising global medical costs place increasing pressure on cancer patients and their families.

The MoU was signed by NCSM Managing Director Professor Dr Murallitharan Munisamy and Avelon Healthcare Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jess Chong.

Speaking to the media, Jess said the steep costs of treatment, often reaching tens or even hundreds of thousands of ringgit, remain a major challenge for many cancer patients.
Speaking to the media, Jess said the steep costs of treatment, often reaching tens or even hundreds of thousands of ringgit, remain a major challenge for many cancer patients.

Speaking to the media, Jess stated that the steep costs of treatment, often reaching tens or even hundreds of thousands of ringgit, remain a primary challenge for many patients.

She emphasised that the Group aims to act as a “Resource Bridge,” ensuring that quality healthcare is no longer a privilege but a realistic option for all.

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“We will leverage our global network to bring value to the local healthcare sector.

“This includes securing cost-effective medicines and advanced equipment, while also educating the public on prevention and health awareness,” she said.

She added that the Group’s vision extends beyond traditional pharmaceuticals into scientific research and precision medicine, with ongoing investments in biotechnology and US-based research projects.

Avelon Healthcare Group has partnered with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) in a strategic collaboration aimed at creating a new benchmark for accessible and affordable cancer care in the country.
Avelon Healthcare Group has partnered with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) in a strategic collaboration aimed at creating a new benchmark for accessible and affordable cancer care in the country.

The ceremony was witnessed by NCSM Assistant Medical Director Dr Ruthresh Rao Subramanyan, alongside Avelon Healthcare Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) Lim Beng Cheong, Group Marketing Head Lim Chin Kok and Sales Division Head Koh Boon Wei.

By combining advanced pharmaceutical resources, medical technology and nutritional healthcare solutions, both organisations aim to dismantle financial barriers and provide a comprehensive support system to improve patient survival rates and quality of life.

In addition to providing access to affordable medicine, Avelon Healthcare Group will offer dual support in nutrition, ensuring that treatment plans are both scientifically sound and financially manageable.

Through this collaboration, the partnership seeks to advance the “3A” goals—Affordability, Availability and Accessibility—setting the stage for a more inclusive and sustainable approach to oncology care in Malaysia.

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