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You’re not alone. This page shares key facts about common female cancers in Argentina, survival stats, health initiatives, and trusted support organisations. Our mission is to ensure every woman has access to awareness, early detection, and compassionate care.

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Cancer statistics
& survival rates

Breast Cancer
Incidence: 71.3 per 100,000 women.
Mortality: 17.6 per 100,000 women.
Most common cancer and leading cause of cancer death.
5-year survival: ~90% overall.
Cervical Cancer
~4,583 new cases/year; ~2,553 deaths/year.
Age-standardized incidence: 16.7 per 100,000.
Age-standardized mortality: 8.65 per 100,000.
5-year survival: ~67%.
Ovarian Cancer
ASIR: 6.8 per 100,000.
ASMR: 4.1 per 100,000.
5-year survival: ~50%.
Endometrial (Corpus Uteri) Cancer
ASIR: 8.6 per 100,000.
ASMR: 2.1 per 100,000.
5-year survival: ~81%.
Vaginal and Vulvar Cancers
Vaginal: 0.51 per 100,000.
Vulvar: 1.40 per 100,000.
Vaginal cancer 5-year survival: ~50–60%.
Vulvar cancer 5-year survival: ~71%.
Fallopian Tube Cancer
5-year survival: ~50–70%.
Gestational Trophoblastic Disease (GTD)
High-risk GTN: 80–90% survival.
Low-risk GTN: ~100% survival.

### Systemic Challenges

High Incidence and Mortality: Significant contributor to national cancer burden.
Healthcare Inequities: Socioeconomic status and health literacy impact access to diagnosis and treatment.
Screening Participation: While coverage is high, quality and regular participation vary by region.
Resource Strain: High demand can lead to delays in treatment access.

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Recent research
& Initiatives

  • Recent Research

    Endometrial Cancer Outcomes Study (ECHOS-A): Analyzed 2,450+ new cases, reporting 900+ deaths in 2020, highlighting disparities in treatment outcomes and need for standardized protocols.
    Breast Cancer, Gender, and Body Experience: Qualitative research on Argentine women’s experiences during breast cancer treatment, exploring femininity, sexuality, and identity.

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Support organizations

  • Support Organisations

    Pro Mujer: Provides low-income women with healthcare access, including affordable mammograms via Mamotest partnerships; runs awareness campaigns in northern Argentina. promujer.org
    Fundación Donde Quiero Estar: Offers emotional support and creative therapies in 20+ public hospitals to improve patient experience. fundaciondondequieroestar.org
    Natali Dafne Flexer Foundation: Supports children/adolescents with cancer through nine centers offering free care to over 1,500 families monthly. fundacionflexer.org
    Fundación María Cecilia de Ayuda al Niño Oncológico: Provides hemato-oncology services for children and adolescents in partnership with Maternal and Child Hospital of San Isidro.

Accessing cancer screening and treatment

Where to get screened

These services are part of the national screening program “Prolamvano” (meaning “I Prevent”)

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  • **Where to Get Screened**

    Argentina’s Sistema de Salud Pública offers free screening services:
    Breast Cancer: Mammograms available at public hospitals and health centers.
    Cervical Cancer:
    Ages 25–29: Cytology every 3 years.
    Ages 30–64: HPV testing every 5 years.
    Screening Coverage (2019 estimates):
    Ages 25–65: Ever screened ~90%; screened in last 5 years ~81%.
    Ages 30–49: Ever screened ~89%; screened in last 5 years ~82%.

    **Appointment Needed?
    Yes. Book through local public hospitals or health centers.**

    **What to Bring:**

    National Identity Document (DNI)
    Any prior medical records
    Proof of residence if requested

    **Hotline Numbers:**

    Ministry of Health: 0800-222-1002
    PAMI (retirees/pensioners): 138 or pami.org.ar

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Hotline numbers

0800-222-1002
PAMI: 138

Where to get treatment

  • Where to Go

    National Cancer Institute (Instituto Nacional del Cáncer): Provides comprehensive care.
    Public Hospitals: Most have oncology departments offering chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, and palliative care.

    **Government Coverage:**

    Argentina’s public system covers cancer treatments free of charge for residents.
    Social security programs like PAMI offer comprehensive cancer care to retirees and pensioners.

    **Note:
    Patients may face delays due to high demand and resource limitations. Discuss timelines with your provider.**

Financial support

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    **Government Schemes:**

    Free cancer treatment through public hospitals for residents.
    PAMI covers retirees and pensioners for comprehensive care.

    **Additional Support:**

    Patients not in the public system should inquire about social security coverage or hospital social services.
    Patients are encouraged to discuss financial assistance needs with their healthcare providers.

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