Vidawasi is a new pediatric cancer hospital being built in Peru and the Vatican has recently communicated their support to this initiative.
The hospital is located in the city of Yanahuara in the Urusco district of Cusco in a plot of more than 12 hectares. Its main goal: help children with cancer.
On August 10 the Apostolic Nuncio in Peru Nicola Girasoli and the Archbishop of Cusco, Richard Alarcón, who represent the Vatican in Peru, announced the support and approval of this project.
“’Vidawasi is a blessing for all Peruvians – said Archbishop Girasoli – because it is a work that is being done with heart and solidarity, where all children with cancer will find the cure of their ailments and the tranquility they need thanks to the strategic location of this center in the Sacred Valley of the Incas”, you can read in Vatican News.
In addition, Jesús Dongo, founder of Vidawasi, thanked the Catholic Church for their support and for being one of the first institutions to do so alongside the Sant Joan de Déu Hospital, the Puigvert Foundation of Barcelona, the Teletón Hospital for Oncological Children of Mexico and the St. Jude from Hospital the United States.
“Jesús Dongo’s main objective, founder of the non-governmental organization Vidawasi, is to help low-income patients suffering from a malignant neoplastic”, Vatican News explained.
Cover Photo Fshoq!.
Don’t Miss:
Vidawasi Becomes The First Pediatric Cancer Hospital In Peru
Now that you're here:
We're asking you, our reader, to make a contribution in support of our digital guide in order to keep informing, updating and inspiring people to visit Peru. Why now? In our near 20-year journey as the leading English-language source on travel in Peru, we've had our fair share of ups and downs-but nothing quite like the challenges brought forth in the first quarter of 2020.
By adapting to the changing face of the tourism and travel industry (on both local and international levels), we have no doubt we will come out stronger-especially with the support of our community. Because you will travel again, and we will be ready to show you the best of Peru.
Your financial support means we can keep sharing the best of Peru through high-quality stories, videos and insights provided by our dedicated team of contributors and editors based in Peru. And of course, We are here to answer your questions and help whenever you need us.
As well, it makes possible our commitment to support local and small businesses that make your visit an unforgettable one. Your support will help the people working in these industries get back on their feet once the world allows us to make our dream of enjoying everything Peru has to offer a reality again-from its mouthwatering gastronomy, thriving Amazon and archaeological wonders such as Machu Picchu.
Together, we will find a way through this. As a member of our community, your contribution, however big or small, is valuable.
Support Traveling & Living in Peru from as little as $1 - and it only takes a minute. Thank you!
