The first conference in Costa Rica to bring together patient advocacy and science.

Topics

• Basic and applied cancer research in Costa Rica
• International collaboration in cancer research
• Implementation of high-tech tests for early detection and cancer treatment follow-up
• Addressing inequities in access to cancer screening tests
• Experiences and civil society participation in the comprehensive approach to cancer

Organisation & Participation

This conggress is organised by the  Center for Cancer Research and Surgery (CICICA), Inspire2Live  and the Costa Rican Oncology Forum.

We will also have the participation of:

• Representatives from national institutions:
  • CCSS: Comprehensive Cancer Care Strengthening Project (declared of institutional interest by UCR and CCSS)
  • Ministry of Health (MS): Directorate of Health Services
  • Ombudsman’s Office (Defensoría de los Habitantes)
  • Federation of Patient NGOs in Costa Rica
• Decision-makers:
  • Party leaders and other members of Congress addressing cancer-related issues (with a focus on citizen participation)

Who is this congress for

• People with cancer
• Family members and caregivers
• Patient organizations
• Healthcare professionals
• Health area students
• Other interested individuals
• Open to the public with prior registration
• In-person format with simultaneous translation
• Includes meals

More information and registration

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Program

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