The Ministerio de Salud Pública y Asistencia Social, Guatemala's national health authority, published a series of posts on its official Twitter account between November 13 and 14, 2025, addressing key public health topics including breast cancer prevention, diabetes awareness, and the importance of participating in national health surveys.
On November 13, 2025, the ministry emphasized the significance of early detection in combating breast cancer. In its post, it stated: " Hoy todos tenemos un mismo objetivo: ganar dentro y fuera de la cancha.
La jugada más importante es prevenir. La detección temprana del cáncer de mama salva vidas. #ExploráteCuídateÁmate
#MSPASPorElCáncer https://t.co/fgx3N9vOWh".
The following day, on November 14, the ministry addressed diabetes awareness by explaining causes and risk factors associated with the disease. The tweet read: " La diabetes aparece cuando el cuerpo no produce suficiente insulina o no la usa correctamente, lo que provoca un aumento del azúcar en la sangre.
Una alimentación poco saludable, el sedentarismo y los antecedentes familiares pueden incrementar el riesgo de padecerla.
En el https://t.co/23JbzSFDKN".
Later that same day, the ministry encouraged participation in a national health survey to improve public health data and inform policy decisions. The post stated: " ¡Encuesta Nacional de Desarrollo en Salud #ENDESA!
Con tu participación, ayudas a actualizar los indicadores sobre salud, nutrición y calidad del agua en Guatemala, esta información es clave para impulsar acciones que mejoren las condiciones de vida en todo el país. https://t.co/D4FFW6D41V".
Breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of death among women worldwide. Early detection through regular screenings has been shown to significantly increase survival rates by identifying cancer at more treatable stages. Diabetes is a chronic condition affecting millions globally; lifestyle factors such as diet and physical activity play major roles in both prevention and management of the disease. National health surveys like ENDESA are crucial for collecting up-to-date information on public health indicators such as nutrition and water quality—data that supports evidence-based policymaking and resource allocation.
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