Since September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Your fur She launched the #nãoficoindifferent movement, which highlighted “the need for greater focus and investment in pediatric oncology.”
According to the Foundation, the Directorate General of Health (DGS) has moved forward with the public consultation process on… National Cancer Control Strategy (ENLCC) For the decade 2021-2030, This document does not contain any indications for clinical work targeting childhood cancer. “It is a key question that remains unanswered.” “It is alarming that pediatric oncology only appears as a cross-sectional structure.”also mentions Carlota Mascarenhas, Director General of FROC.
Factors such as investigation or psychological support are some of the measures that FROC considers missing from the planned strategy.
Furthermore, the FROC leader also states that The Pediatric Tumor Registry, mandatory since 2017, is still outdated. “Knowing the reality in Portugal is essential so that the best decisions can be made that meet the real needs that exist,” highlights Carlota Mascarenhas.
“As a foundation we want to reach out to the Portuguese, raise awareness of the daily life of children, young people, families, professionals and volunteers fighting against cancer and honor them for their efforts, dedication and courage, make society understand the importance and highlight the place of childhood cancer in the National Oncology Strategy.
And so through hashtag #nãoficoindifferent, FROC intends to continue raising awareness of the importance of this topic during the month of September.
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