The Honorary Commission for the Fight Against Cancer in Uruguay, established in 1967, is an institution dedicated to cancer prevention and control. Its mission includes educating and raising awareness among the population about risk factors, promoting early detection and management of the disease, as well as supporting research and collaborating with other entities. Additionally, it provides resources and support to patients and their families to enhance their well-being during treatment.

Cervical cancer represents a public health challenge in Uruguay, ranking fifth in mortality and fourth in incidence among women. Although there are preventive measures to eradicate the disease, a significant percentage of girls and women do not follow them, exposing themselves to the risk of developing it. To address this issue, a project was launched to create an innovative technological tool aimed at reducing the incidence of this cancer. With funding from the National Agency for Research and Innovation (ANII) and the support of entities such as the Honorary Commission for the Fight Against Cancer, the Ministry of Public Health, and the Administration of State Health Services (ASSE), the companies DigitalProjex, ATGen, and ThalesLab were selected. The solution was to focus on several key processes: prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
 

For the development of the solution and in integrated collaboration with the other companies involved in the project, DigitalProjex took on the responsibility of creating various components, including a back-end for administrators and content managers, in addition to a front-end and a chatbot aimed at end users. An API was also implemented to connect third-party applications with the solution. The platform focuses on the main phases of health care: Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Follow-up. Features were incorporated to provide information about diseases, vaccines, frequently asked questions, news, available treatments, and contact details of authorized vaccination centers.

The system allows for scheduling appointments for tests and medical consultations, and offers access to the results of completed exams, as well as guidance for starting medical treatments. Users can interact with the chatbot, which facilitates appointment management. Additionally, the solution is designed with security and interoperability features, ensuring efficient and secure operation.

The platform developed to combat cervical cancer in Uruguay offers multiple benefits as it addresses the disease comprehensively. By combining an information system with an interactive chatbot, it facilitates access to essential information on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of the disease. This tool allows users to easily manage tests and medical appointments, access examination results, and receive guidance on available treatments, promoting better understanding of preventive measures and diagnostic options. Furthermore, the ease of connection with other applications ensures that this solution can be integrated into a broader network of health services, enhancing interoperability and user experience. This tool not only empowers women by providing access to information and medical care but also significantly contributes to reducing the incidence of cervical cancer in the country.