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Global health nonprofit that’s provided access to treatment to over 100,000 people living with cancer in low- and middle-income countries.
Together with global partners, we are shaping solutions that ensure people can access treatment no matter where they live. Because when we invest in access, we invest in stronger health systems and a better future for our communities.
#BreastCancerAwareness #GlobalHealth #AccessToCare
🗨️“Access to breast cancer treatment is not an act of charity, it’s a long-term strategic investment.”
🗨️“Leaving half the world behind must not be good for business.”
These words resonated deeply because they reflect a truth we live every day: equity in cancer care is essential, not optional.
This week, #TheMaxFoundation team members joined leading experts at the ABC Global Alliance #ABC8 – the Advanced Breast Cancer Eighth International Consensus Conference in Lisbon, Portugal.
Our CEO Pat Garcia-Gonzalez shared a powerful message during her presentation on innovative models:
Ukta’s story is a reminder: Access to treatment saves lives. This #LungCancerAwarenessMonth let’s raise awareness about hope that can be found in the face of the leading cause of cancer death. 💙
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#GlobalHealth #HealthEquity #PatientStories #TheMaxFoundation #CancerHope #AccessToCare
“Cancer is not a death sentence. Cancer may have changed my path, but it didn’t end my journey. In fact, it gave me a new beginning. From the depths of my soul, I thank The Max Foundation. You gave me more than medicine. You gave me back my life."
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His swollen hands and feet became symbols of holding on. And his family, friends, and community became his strength.
Today, Ukta lives. He walks in the sun, cherishing the light on his face. He talks to neighbors. He laughs deeper. He is grateful.
It didn’t knock. It barged in, bringing pain, fatigue, fear, and financial uncertainty. Ukta wasn’t afraid of dying. He was afraid of what dying would leave behind, always thinking of others.
But Ukta survived, thanks to hope ignited from accessing treatment through our programs.
Ukta was born in a village of Nepal. One of 7 brothers, he enjoyed a simple life with a loving family. Later as an adult, he ran a small screen-printing business, stayed active with yoga, and ate mindfully.
Then came the diagnosis that would turn that quiet life upside down: lung cancer.
The energy for advancing #CancerCare across Africa is truly inspiring at #AORTIC2025 💫
We're excited to explore innovative partnerships and solutions with other attendees to ensure no patient is left behind.
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#AORTIC #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity
🦁Her resilience became her signature. She told her doctor:
“My name is Leona—like a lioness. I can’t stay lying down.”
In 2021, Leona became one of the first four patients in Paraguay to enter our Treatment Free Remission program. She never missed a test, never missed a consultation.
At first, the news was kept from her. But when she discovered the truth, she responded, “I didn’t ask for this illness, but since it’s here, if there’s treatment, I’ll follow it—for my family.”
With unwavering strength, Leona embraced her treatment insisting, “I will not be afraid. This is a test.”
Today, Leona is a proud grandmother, a dancer, and a volleyball player. 🏐 Her story reminds us that behind every diagnosis is a person with dreams.💙
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#TreatmentFreeRemission #ChronicMyeloidLeukemia #TheMaxFoundation #GlobalHealth #PatientStories
When her medication was suspended, she said, “I feel such great joy being off medication. For a long time, I held myself back from many things—I was afraid to travel, worried about not being able to carry or store my treatment properly. Now my life feels normal again, and I am truly happy."
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🦁Her resilience became her signature. She told her doctor:
“My name is Leona—like a lioness. I can’t stay lying down.”
In 2021, Leona became one of the first four patients in Paraguay to enter our Treatment Free Remission program. She never missed a test, never missed a consultation.
At first, the news was kept from her. But when she discovered the truth, she responded, “I didn’t ask for this illness, but since it’s here, if there’s treatment, I’ll follow it—for my family.”
With unwavering strength, Leona embraced her treatment insisting, “I will not be afraid. This is a test.”
In 2007, Leona from Paraguay was doing what she loved—playing volleyball—when she began feeling unusually tired. A routine check-up revealed a life-changing diagnosis: Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).
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Join Max team members for an interactive session as we share this vision and explore innovative pathways to expand #HealthEquity in #CancerCare
📅 Tuesday, November 4, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Hall 2, The Medina Convention Center, Tunis
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#AORTIC #AORTIC2025 #GlobalHealth
We’re thrilled that our Region Head for Africa, Cathy Scheepers, is presenting at the AORTIC 2025 International Conference on Cancer in Africa.
At the 2025 Clinton Global Initiative, we announced a bold goal:
✅ Reach 100,000 patients each year by 2030.
When Hemant Sharma Sang at Patan Hospital: “Who Else Do I Have but You, Doctor…” www.swasthyaupdate.com/2025/10/30/w...
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🍝 What’s your favorite food?
My favorite food is Italian, like spaghetti or lasagna.
What book, movie, or show do you recommend?
📖 I really enjoy reading and documentary films. My favorite book is “Nowhere to Go” by Jonas Mekas.
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#PatientAdvocacy #TheMaxFoundation #WorkingTogether
🗣️ What languages do you speak?
I speak Spanish and English.
🍽️What do you love most about where you live?
I’ve lived in Buenos Aires since I was 18 years old. What I enjoy most about my city are the cozy “porteño” cafés and the endless cultural offerings available at all hours.
🌎What is a special memory you have with patients?
I always remember my first patient meetings in Argentina, but a very special one for me was the one I organized in Ecuador in 2018. It was the first time I truly realized the impact of our work as Program Coordinators.
💪🏽What do you enjoy most about working at The Max Foundation?
The opportunity to work with a solid team has given me a sense of belonging, stability, and confidence to carry out every possible goal.
📆Describe a typical work week:
I work Monday to Friday from home, mostly in the living room next to the window in the sunlight. I love making the most of the mornings and midday hours. I contact patients, attend meetings, and organize different tasks.
We're thrilled for you to get to know Victoria Duhalde, also known as "Vicky," who's been part of our team since 2012. She's our Program Coordinator for Social Determinants of Health programs in Latin America, based in Argentina. Swipe to learn more about her and the role she plays on our team ➡️
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🍝 What’s your favorite food?
My favorite food is Italian, like spaghetti or lasagna.
What book, movie, or show do you recommend?
📖 I really enjoy reading and documentary films. My favorite book is “Nowhere to Go” by Jonas Mekas.
buff.ly/Rz2gv9R
#PatientAdvocacy #TheMaxFoundation #WorkingTogether
🗣️ What languages do you speak?
I speak Spanish and English.
🍽️What do you love most about where you live?
I’ve lived in Buenos Aires since I was 18 years old. What I enjoy most about my city are the cozy “porteño” cafés and the endless cultural offerings available at all hours.
🌎What is a special memory you have with patients?
I always remember my first patient meetings in Argentina, but a very special one for me was the one I organized in Ecuador in 2018. It was the first time I truly realized the impact of our work as Program Coordinators.
💪🏽What do you enjoy most about working at The Max Foundation?
The opportunity to work with a solid team has given me a sense of belonging, stability, and confidence to carry out every possible goal.
📆Describe a typical work week:
I work Monday to Friday from home, mostly in the living room next to the window in the sunlight. I love making the most of the mornings and midday hours. I contact patients, attend meetings, and organize different tasks.
