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Dr. Daniela Madama, a member of the Scientific Committee of the Lung Cancer Study Group (GECP), appeared on RTP’s “Bom Dia Portugal” program to mark World Lung Cancer Day. During the interview, the pulmonologist highlighted the high mortality associated with…
World Lung Cancer Day was pointed out on August 1, and SIC was talking to Prof. Gabriela Fernandes, a member of the Drike Cancer Study Group (GECP), about the tracking programs that will start in Cascais and Porto. “This is…
On this World Lung Cancer Day, the Lung Cancer Study Group (GECP) shares a message that matters and concerns everyone. The symptoms of lung cancer remain underrecognized, and the numbers in Portugal remain alarming. It’s urgent to face the reality…
The Health Information Group of the National Cancer Hub Portugal launches the second edition of the “Resource Guide for People with Cancer and Their Caregivers.” With nearly 3,000 downloads of the first edition, this digital guide continues to be a…
You can now register for the Fall Meeting of the Lung Cancer Study Group (GECP), which will take place on October 24th and 25th, 2025, at the Olissippo Oriente Hotel in Lisbon. Secure your place at this scientific meeting dedicated…
According to a recent report in Jornal Económico, between 2015 and 2024, extraordinary taxes applied to the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, as well as taxes on sugary drinks and tobacco products, generated approximately 759 million euros for the sustainability…
As part of the presentation of the “Men’s Health” study, the Secretary of State for Health, Dr. Ana Povo, announced the launch of two pilot lung cancer screening projects. According to her, the goal is to evaluate the impact of…
5. Galician-Portuguese Conference on Lung Cancer will take place on June 25, 2025, from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in a virtual format. With the theme “Post-ASCO Review and Controversies”, the event will bring together experts from Portugal and Galicia…
The Fall Meeting of the Lung Cancer Study Group (GECP) will take place on October 24 and 25, 2025, at the Olissippo Oriente Hotel in Lisbon. The first day, October 24, will be dedicated to the Scientific Writing Course, a…
Dr. Rui Caetano Oliveira, Technical Director of the Germano de Sousa Pathological Anatomy Center, was the speaker at the session “Rare Pleural Tumors”, where he discussed the main challenges faced by Pathological Anatomy professionals in diagnosing this type of tumor….
According to the National Statistics Institute (INE), lung cancer has once again confirmed its status as the most lethal tumour in Portugal, with a total of 4,490 deaths recorded in 2023, the highest number since at least 2002. The data…
The 2nd Walk in the Rhythm of Health was held on May 18th, on the coast of Vila Nova de Gaia. It was an incredible day with special moments, with everyone walking together towards health and well-being. We had more…
