The deputy ministers of culture, Arianne Benedetti, accompanied by the social work team, gave 30 personal baskets to patients at the Oncological Hospital at a symbolic event. These baskets will allow low-income patients to cover their basic personal care needs.

The Ministry of Culture (MiCultura) undertook different activities throughout October, as the light of candles, in which the Minister of Culture, María Eugenia Herrera, was dedicated to light the "candles of hope" with his co-workers.

Most of the activities were held at headquarters, including the Workshop on Cancer Prevention, dictated by an occupational health specialist, Nieves Acosta, and with the participation of directors, heads, co-workers of the Ministry of Culture and special guests.

Some co-workers who have been suffering and fighting with cancer have shared life testimony and bewildering accounts, and have been told how they have survived this disease and are continuing.

María Eugenia Herrera, Minister of Culture, expressed: "with a strong step in the fight against cancer, this isn't just a motto. It's a promise, a reminder that every step we take is an advance to victory about this disease. I take this opportunity to share that the first lady, Maricel Cohen de Mulino, has worked tirelessly to raise funds for the purchase of equipment necessary for patient care. Each article sold is a contribution to this noble cause and an extension of our solidarity."