La Liga launches a campaign to detect the stomach, esophagus and colon cancer

Starting this Monday, July 9, the League Against Cancer will organize a gastroenterology campaign for men and women to detect and prevent cancer of the stomach, esophagus and colon in his headquarters located in Pueblo Libre, Lima and Surquillo

The institution said that the projection in this campaign, which will last until July 31, will cost 40 soles as a gift that will contribute to to carry out preventive actions in the most vulnerable zones of the country

The campaign will consist of a medical interview and a physical examination which will make it possible to detect the alarm signs of these 3 types of cancer with a high mortality rate in the country

It is important to note that in Peru, stomach cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women.

According to national registries, more than 4,800 new cases occur each year and more than 4,087 people die, that is, more than 85% of patients die.

Most cases of stomach cancer are caused by the infection of the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. The contagion is generated by the intake of untreated and contaminated water, does not properly disinfect vegetables and fruits, and does not boil the water.

All this facilitates the entry of bacteria into the body. Several studies show that 50% of the world's population is infected with this bacteria at some point in their lives.

This type of cancer has also occurred in people with an unhealthy diet containing large amounts of smoked food. , fish, salted meat and vegetables preserved in vinegar.

Therefore, it is recommended to the population that in addition to consulting a specialist once a year, take an appropriate diet such as eating fresh fruits, vegetables and vegetables to reduce cancer risk. 39; stomach.

Location and Hours of Service

Interested persons may contact the League Prevention and Screening Centers located at the following address: Av. Brasil 2746, Pueblo Libre; Av. Nicolás de Piérola 727, Lima and Av. Angamos 2514, Surquillo Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 17:30 and Saturday from 8:00 to 11:30

Source: Andean. pe