On the occasion of World Pancreatic Cancer Day, the hospital is promoting this initiative that turns citizen participation into resources for research. Recent research has opened new therapeutic opportunities for patients, with targeted therapies and specific oral drugs.
The organizing entities demand that pharmaceutical innovation reach patients quickly once approved in Europe and that access be equitable throughout the territory. "We are facing a new therapeutic scenario in pancreatic cancer. We must work to make innovation accessible to patients, and at the same time, continue researching to improve their survival," explains Dr. Teresa Macarulla, head of the Medical Oncology Service at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.
All proceeds from bibs and donations go to the Carmen Delgado / Miguel Pérez-Mateo Research Scholarships. Since its inception, the Race of Cities has gathered over 83,000 participants and raised nearly 1.5 million euros, funding 20 scientific projects in Spain.
In addition to Barcelona, the race will take place this year in Vigo, Vilamartín de Valdeorras, Alicante, Madrid, and Santiago de Compostela. Those who wish to contribute without running or walking can do so through the Dorsal Fila 0 (Virtual Bib). Registrations can be made on the website www.carreracancerpancreas.es.
