{"id":17524,"date":"2026-10-01T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/?p=17524"},"modified":"2026-09-30T14:34:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T19:34:41","slug":"cancer-awareness-month-in-panama-begins-with-lighting-of-the-presidential-palace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/business-economy\/cancer-awareness-month-in-panama-begins-with-lighting-of-the-presidential-palace\/","title":{"rendered":"Cancer Awareness Month in Panama Begins with Lighting of the Presidential Palace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Panama City launched its annual Panama cancer awareness<\/strong> campaign Monday night with the illumination of the Presidential Palace<\/a>, as First Lady Maricel Cohen de Mulino unveiled a full calendar of October fundraising<\/a> and screening events. The ceremony, held September 29, set the stage for a month of activities aimed at promoting early detection<\/a> and supporting oncology patients<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“A timely diagnosis can save your life,” Cohen de Mulino said during the presentation, emphasizing the campaign’s core message ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Sandwichat\u00f3n, marked its third consecutive year and delivered meals directly to the National Oncology Institute for patients and their families. By Despacho Primera Dama. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sandwichat\u00f3n Tradition Kicks Off Cancer Fundraising Efforts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Earlier that morning, volunteers assembled 900 sandwich kits with support from Super Extra supermarket chain and staff from various government ministries. The initiative, known as the Sandwichat\u00f3n, marked its third consecutive year and delivered meals directly to the National Oncology Institute for patients and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We took them to the oncology institute to share with patients and relatives,” the first lady explained. The event has become a signature opening gesture for the month-long campaign, combining community volunteerism with direct patient support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The centerpiece fundraising event will be a special performance of The Sleeping Beauty<\/em> ballet at the National Theatre on Octobe. Ballet dancers by https:\/\/micultura.gob.pa\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ballet Performance and Charity Walk Anchor October Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The centerpiece fundraising event will be a special performance of The Sleeping Beauty<\/em> ballet at the National Theatre on Thursday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices range from $20 to $65, with proceeds earmarked for a specific medical device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cohen de Mulino identified the equipment as a Deep Oscillation Personal Pro, designed for oncology patient care. The Ministry of Culture is supporting the production. “The funds raised from this performance will be used to acquire equipment,” she stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A charity walk, or caminat\u00f3n<\/em>, follows on Sunday, October 25 starting at 6:00 a.m. along the Cinta Costera. Participants can purchase commemorative t-shirts for 12 balboas. “I want to invite everyone to buy their shirt and walk together,” Cohen de Mulino said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The National Oncology Hospital is the country’s first institution entirely dedicated to treating the various types of cancer affecting Panamanian society. By HOP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Screening Data and Equipment Acquisitions Show Progress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first lady reported that 312 PSA tests have been administered this year for prostate cancer screening. She also cited 173 positive breast cancer cases, though the specific program or reporting period for that figure was not detailed in her remarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A recent mega-bingo event benefiting the National Oncology Institute raised enough money to purchase new tumor monitoring and control equipment. “Thanks to this activity we managed to raise funds to acquire new equipment for tumor monitoring and control,” she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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