In Barahona, the community mobilized this World Cancer Day to generate awareness about a disease that affects millions worldwide. The event, driven by local leaders, emphasized the need for preventive and educational actions against this global health threat.
The key role of Ramón Alberto López Ynoa
Ramón Alberto López Ynoa, candidate for academic deputy director of the UASD Recinto Barahona, led the activities of World Cancer Day. In his intervention, López Ynoa insisted that early detection and healthy habits save lives, recalling that cancer causes nearly 10 million annual deaths according to the World Health Organization.
Global context of World Cancer Day
Proclaimed by the UN in 2005, World Cancer Day is celebrated every 4 February. In the Dominican Republic, breast and prostate cancer lead the statistics, with over 15,000 new cases yearly reported by the National Oncological Institute. Experts like those of the Dominican League against Cancer emphasize screening campaigns to lower these numbers.
Local initiatives in Barahona
- Educational talks in schools and community centers.
- Free check-up campaigns for early detection.
- Participation of UASD in forums on cancer prevention on World Cancer Day.
These actions in Barahona respond to a 20% increase in oncological diagnoses in southern regions over the last decade, according to data from the Ministry of Public Health. López Ynoa highlighted that educating reduces stigma and promotes timely treatments.
Statistics and expert recommendations
The International Union against Cancer reports that 30-50% of cases are preventable through not smoking, balanced diet, and physical activity. On World Cancer Day, Dominican authorities reiterated the importance of annual mammograms and PSA tests. Residents of Barahona applauded these measures, consolidating a united front against the disease.
The commitment shown on this World Cancer Day positions Barahona as an example of collective response. With figures like Ramón Alberto López Ynoa at the forefront, prevention gains ground in the daily fight against cancer.
