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Impact of Cancer in Puerto Rico

The incidence of cancer continues to rise in Puerto Rico.
  • Cancer is the leading cause of death on the island.
  • 50,000 people are living with cancer in Puerto Rico.
  • 15,000 new cases every year.
  • The economic loss associated with cancer treatment in Puerto Rico exceeds $200 million annually.
  • Less than 1% of patients participate in clinical research studies in Puerto Rico. The main reason for non-participation is the lack of accessibility on the island.

TREATMENTS AVAILABLE

  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Biliary Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
  • Advanced or Metastatic Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Blood Cancer
  • Leukemias
  • Breast Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Genetic Testing
  • Other Non-Cancerous Studies