In an act of solidarity that resonates in the Dominican entertainment world, Planeta Alofoke delivered RD$190,000 for the treatment of Wally Difó Durán, a young man diagnosed with B‑type leukemia. The reality show’s mission chief, Melissa Gate, made the delivery directly to Héctor Difó, the patient’s father, in Santo Domingo.
Wally remains in intensive care, receiving specialized therapies against this aggressive form of blood cancer. B‑type leukemia, also known as B‑cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, primarily affects children and young people, with survival rates exceeding 85% in cases treated early, according to data from the U.S. National Cancer Institute adapted to the local context by the Dominican Ministry of Public Health.
Details of the delivery and medical context
The donation covers part of the chemotherapy and hospitalization costs that Héctor Difó faces daily. This gesture stems from a campaign driven by the program, which has raised funds through collaborations with urban artists and followers. In the Dominican Republic, B‑type leukemia accounts for about 25% of childhood cancers diagnosed annually, with roughly 150 cases reported in 2025 alone by the National Health Service.
Impact of solidarity in the fight against B‑type leukemia
Planeta Alofoke’s background in social causes
Planeta Alofoke is not new to charitable initiatives. The reality show has previously supported families in similar situations, raising visibility for diseases such as B‑type leukemia. Experts at the Robert Reid Cabral Children’s Hospital highlight that donations like this accelerate access to innovative treatments, such as targeted therapies with monoclonal antibodies.
- Amount delivered: RD$190,000.
- Beneficiary: Wally Difó Durán, under strict care.
- Donor: Melissa Gate, mission chief.
Statistics and hope for patients
In the country, advances in protocols have improved prognoses; 90% of pediatric patients with B‑type leukemia achieve remission with appropriate treatment. Héctor Difó expressed public gratitude, emphasizing how this help eases the financial burden in a health system where costs exceed RD$500,000 per complete case.
This action by Planeta Alofoke illustrates the role of urban entertainment in philanthropy, reminding that B‑type leukemia requires rapid and collective responses for real victories.
