Overview

• Borja Sémper began initial treatment this week for a tumor detected in a very early “primigenia” phase that doctors describe as curable.
• He has temporarily reduced his political workload but will continue as national spokesperson of the PP after Alberto Núñez Feijóo ruled out appointing a replacement.
• In broadcast interviews Sémper has pledged to normalize public discussion of the word “cancer” by speaking openly about his experience.
• He is advocating for public health reforms to ensure rapid, equitable access to preventive screenings and diagnostic analyses nationwide.
• His announcement has prompted widespread messages of support from political leaders across party lines, as well as from friends and family.