Stem cells are the body’s master cells. They can differentiate into specialized cell types with specific functions, such as blood cells, brain cells, heart muscle cells, or bone cells, depending on their environment and the signals they receive.
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Our team had the great opportunity to interview Victor García Sierra, a renowned bass-baritone, opera stage and artistic director of orchestras around the world, who was treated by Doctor Jacinto Convit for 17 consecutive years since he was just a child.
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JCWO´s mission is providing access to adequate healthcare services and treatments to those who need it most, while training new generations of professionals. Our philosophy is based on Doctor Convit’s values and humanistic approach to life as a whole.
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Living in a low-resource context can have a significant negative impact on health outcomes, according to recent research. Individuals living in areas with lower income, education, employment, and housing quality have been found to have lower survival rates when diagnosed with cancer.
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Social life is beneficial for cancer patients in various aspects, such as in providing emotional support. Interactions with friends, families, co-workers, and other patients can alleviate stress and anxiety related to cancer and its treatment.
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When choosing a cancer treatment option, it is important to consider a range of factors, including the patient’s overall health and medical history, the stage and type of cancer, and the potential benefits and risks of each treatment.
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Diagnosis and treatment of cancer can be a stressful situation, not only for the children undergoing treatment but also for their parents and caregivers. Emotional support for parents of children with cancer is crucial, as it provides them with the necessary support to cope with the various emotional consequences of the disease.
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Volunteerism focuses on providing an organized response to social needs, based on dedication, collaboration, and a commitment to the common good. It is the foundation of developing critical citizenship with increased expression of a social conscience.
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The main cause of cancer-related deaths in women globally is breast cancer (BC). It ranks as the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in women in industrialized countries and the primary cause in poor countries.
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JCWO´s mission is providing access to better healthcare services and treatments to those who need it most, while training new generations of professionals. Our philosophy is based on Doctor Convit’s values and humanistic approach to life as a whole.
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