A non-profit organization, legally incorporated and with fully-owned patrimony, that promotes cancer prevention and supplies free housing to cancer patients who come principally from rural, inland areas of Chile’s Fourth Region [Coquimbo]. © 2020 UCEC
The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York, one of the most prestigious and respected centers worldwide for its relentless pursuit of a cure for cancer, has recognized…
Coquimbo, August 2018 — The Brisa Lira Jiménez Shelter officially opened its doors in a ceremony held this month. This important facility, designed to provide refuge and support to cancer…
Recently, a concerning 542% delay in the care of oncology patients on the GES waiting list has been revealed, a situation that puts many lives at risk. What many don’t…
The Brisa Lira Jiménez House had the honor of receiving a visit from the Mayor of Andacollo, Gerald Cerda Pizarro, along with his delegation, which included the Director of Community…
On August 17, 2024, over 80 organizations marched across Chile to highlight the urgency faced by nearly 17,000 cancer patients on the waiting list. In La Serena, the march took…
The FDA has approved a new blood test called Shield, developed by Guardant Health, to detect colorectal cancer in individuals aged 45 and older with average risk. This test does…
Coquimbo, May 31 – In commemoration of World Digestive Cancer Day, celebrated every year on May 29, the Unidos Contra el Cáncer Foundation is pleased to announce an important conversatory…
La Serena, March 26 – On a morning filled with enthusiasm and solidarity, the Fariña Foundation, led by Farid Daud, held a successful family run to commemorate Cervical Cancer Day.…
With deep sorrow, but with the satisfaction of having come together in prayer and paid our final tribute to Mrs. Margarita, the board bid farewell to this remarkable collaborator on…
La Serena, January 19, 2024 – In a joint effort to strengthen cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, a Health and Community Forum took place in the Coquimbo Region on January…