Last August 29th, Gramado in Rio Grande do Sul hosted Cura Talks Breast, an event conceived by the Cura Project Institute, held in parallel with the 18th Gramado Breast Cancer Congress and which brought together more than 50 guests and participants, including representatives of patient organizations, health professionals, journalists and influencers. With nearly 10 hours of intense programming, the event was a success, providing valuable insights into the importance of clinical research and advances in breast cancer treatment and care.

The day began with Catia Duarte, Counselor of the Cura Project Institute, who presented general information and guidelines for the participants. Then, Fernanda Schwyter, President of the organization, kicked off the activities with an inspiring opening, preparing the ground for the discussions that followed.

Between the moments of the panels, oncologist Dr. Pablo Barrios brought an in-depth view of the complexity of breast cancer in his lecture “Breast Cancer: Who Are You?”. Soon after, mastologist Felipe Zerwes highlighted the importance of early diagnosis in the evolution of treatment, presenting an overview of the current scenario and the challenges faced.

One of the highlights of the event was the debate that brought together representatives of important organizations such as Camaleão, Femama, Américas Amigas and AMUCC. For one hour, the participants discussed advances and challenges in the field of breast oncology, enriching the event with different perspectives.

After a brief break, Dr. Heloisa Resende discussed the relevance of clinical research and the importance of regulation, followed by a debate moderated by Fernanda Schwyter. The highlight of the morning was the roundtable with influencers such as Claudia Bartelle, Jussara Del Moral, Carol Magalhães and Gi Charaba. They shared their experiences and discussed the impact of onco-influencers in the dissemination of information about breast cancer, generating profound reflections among those present.

In the afternoon, interactive sessions brought up questions about inequalities in access to breast cancer treatment and the importance of the topic on the political agenda and in the interest of civil society. The lectures given by Dr. Ana Amelia Viana, Dr. Fernanda Bairros, Mônica Leal, and Cíntia Seben were especially impactful, providing rich and enlightening discussions.

Another important moment was the discussion about the journey of metastatic patients, conducted by renowned oncologists Dr. Carlos Barrios and Dr. Gustavo Werutsky. They addressed the issue of patients' longevity and quality of life, bringing a new perspective on survival to metastatic breast cancer.

In her session, Dr. Alessandra Morelle addressed the impact of new technologies and artificial intelligence on the treatment of breast cancer, pointing to the future of oncology.

The event ended with a special session, where journalists Cristina Ranzolin, Alice Bastos Neves and Duda Streb shared their perspectives on the dissemination of information about breast cancer in the media, providing an inspiring and informative closing.

Cura Talks Breast 2024 has established itself as an essential space for the exchange of knowledge and experiences, reaffirming the commitment to the advancement of breast cancer research and treatment in Brazil. The recording of the event will be available on the Cura Project Institute's social networks, allowing the discussions to continue to reverberate and reach an even larger audience.

Watch Cura Talks Breast Gramado.

O Cura Talks Breast Gramado it was undoubtedly a milestone in the promotion of research and knowledge in oncology, reinforcing the importance of joining efforts to ensure continuous advances in the fight against breast cancer.

With the mission of promoting clinical research in favor of oncology, the Cura Project Institute, with Cura Talks Breast Gramado, reaffirms its commitment that healing begins with research, and that research saves lives.

In the photo: Fernanda Schwyter, President of the Cura Project Institute; Dr. Felipe Zerwes, Dr. Carlos Barrios and Dr. Antônio Frasson, creators of the Gramado Breast Cancer Congress; and Cátia Duarte, Counselor of the Cura Project Institute.

Cura Talks Breast was sponsored by: Daiichi Sankyo, Lilly, MSD, and Novartis.