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New cancer support centre opens in Almuñecar with expanded local services

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July 6, 2026

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The local branch of the Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer has established its new base at Avenida de Andalucía number 3. This development allows individuals with oncological conditions and their families to receive personalised care without long journeys to Granada.

Additional therapies enhance patient experience

Psychological attention formed part of previous services. Now both physiotherapy and social work assistance also join the programme for both patients and their relatives. Organisers at the centre plan multiple training courses, workshops and prevention talks, with details to follow in coming months.

Community effort brings the project to life

Concepcion Garcia, local AECC president, addressed the attendees during the inauguration. She described the months of dedicated work driven by commitment to those affected by cancer. Garcia expressed great pride in the unity shown by residents of Almuñecar and La Herradura.

Focus still on accessibility and equality

The new initiative makes sure people in smaller communities receive the same high standard of individual support available in larger cities such as Madrid or Granada. Volunteers play a central role in all this, with around 40 active members contributing time and energy.

Calls grow for continued research progress

Speakers at the event stressed the need for greater investment in cancer research to meet ambitious targets. Aims include raising survival rates substantially by 2030 through scientific advances and community action.

Local backing strengthens future activities

Businesses and residents have long provided valuable assistance throughout the process. This collaboration helps create a space that functions as more than just premises, serving instead as a centre of hope and practical aid.

Future activities will build on existing strengths while introducing new resources. Anyone seeking information about available support can contact the AECC directly at the new location. This development represents an important step in making quality cancer care more reachable for families across the area.

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Cancer Charity Gala And Golf Tournament

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Marbella biggest charity weekend against cancer returns with a golf tournament and a landmark 41st gala dinner. Organised by the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC), the double bill will bring together hundreds of residents, businesses and institutions on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, with every euro raised going towards free support programmes for cancer patients and their families.

Council backs “essential” local charity

Social rights councillor Isabel Cintado praised AECC’s work as vital to the community. She highlighted the year-round efforts of staff and volunteers who provide emotional support, social assistance and specialist resources all free of charge, urging residents to get involved since every contribution helps.

AECC Marbella president Santiago Gomez-Villares noted that funds raised from the event sustain services benefiting hundreds of families annually. Last year, the local branch supported 462 patients and 135 relatives, delivering 2,318 care sessions, 847 psycho-oncology sessions for 290 patients, and 732 oncological physiotherapy sessions for 171 users, as well as social support for 127 people.

Politician Borja Semper to collect ‘The Fighter’ award

This year will be the 41st gala, and is among Spain’s oldest charity dinners. The goal is to attempt to draw more than 600 guests at Finca de la Concepcion. National PP deputy Borja Semper will receive the association’s ‘The Fighter’ award, recognising his role in normalising conversations around cancer and giving hope through his own testimony. Hosts Eva Ruiz and Poty Castillo return for another year, with performances from Efecto Mariposa and The Vintage Experience, plus a traditional raffle and charity auction. Comedian Federico de Juan joins the event to assist with the auction.

Golf tournament gathers 120 players at Las Brisas

Proceedings kick off a day earlier at Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, where 120 players will compete in a Better Ball Pairs Stableford format on July 31. Entry costs €130 with a shared buggy for non-members, or €30 without one for club members, participants receive a welcome pack and trophies made from recycled plastic via the Ecomarb sustainability project.

If you would like to participate in this incredible event, tickets and tournament entries can be booked by calling 952 776 800, weekdays from 9am to 2pm.