On September 12, 2026, “The House of MANA” was present at the scientific meeting “13th Meeting: Debates on Treatments for the Emperor of All Maladies”, which took place in Athens.
Dr. Konstantina Gaitanou, General Director of “MANA”, participated online as an invited speaker, delivering a presentation titled: “The role of civil society in holistic cancer care: The work of MANA”
Key points of the presentation:
– The essential role of civil society: The contribution of organizations to modern cancer care was highlighted – not as a substitute for the healthcare system, but as a complementary and collaborative force.
– A bridge of support & empowerment: The importance of creating bonds between the individual, healthcare services, and the community through reliable information and psychosocial support was emphasized.
– The work of “MANA” since 2018: Special reference was made to the journey of the organization, which has been consistently by the side of women with breast or gynecological cancer, providing a safe framework of care, empowerment, and meaningful human connection.
After all, as emphasized during the speech, holistic care is not just about treatment – it is about the individual’s entire journey.
