Sustained attention to childhood cancer is crucial, ensuring timely diagnoses, avoiding treatment interruptions, and guaranteeing that every girl and boy knows they are not facing the illness alone. On International Childhood Cancer Day, health authorities, medical staff, and families gathered at the Hospital Infantil de México to reaffirm that timely diagnosis and comprehensive support remain national priorities. The hospital's director, Adrián Chávez López, highlighted that the Hospital Infantil de México “Federico Gómez” has accompanied generations of patients and families, solidifying its position as a national reference in pediatric oncology. He emphasized that the coordination among medical, nursing, and support teams has enabled the delivery of specialized care with dedication and continuity, which are essential for achieving clinical results and instilling hope. The event also featured José Moya Medina, representative of the Pan American Health Organization in Mexico; Samantha Gaertner Barnad, general director of the National Center for the Health of Children and Adolescents (CENSIA); Alva Alejandra Santos Carrillo, director of medical services at IMSS; Farina Esther Arreguín González, head of the Pediatric Oncology Service at CMN 20 de Noviembre of ISSSTE; and Jorge Trejo Góngora, medical care manager at Pemex, among other attendees. The community unanimously emphasized that childhood cancer is not just a statistic or a clinical term; it is a sudden event that disrupts any family's life. As one official stated, our responsibility is to ensure that no child is late for a diagnosis, no family faces the process alone, and no story goes unnoticed. The message was unequivocal: there is no room for indifference.
Mexico Reinforces Commitment to Pediatric Oncology on International Childhood Cancer Day
In Mexico, on International Childhood Cancer Day, authorities and medical professionals gathered at the Hospital Infantil de México to reaffirm their commitment to timely diagnosis and comprehensive treatment. The hospital's director highlighted its role as a national center for pediatrics, while officials called for responsibility and collaboration to ensure no child is left without support.
