Much more than images and much more than stories is what Cinfa collects in a new book that is even more emotional than the previous ones. After the 2020 and 2022 editions, the pharmaceutical laboratory presents the third volume of the work The patient’s gaze, a text that compiles 20 new photographs, selected from among those presented to the contest of the same name, which attempt to convey the daily reality of people with life trajectories marked by illness and disability. Each snapshot, in its own way, shows the most human and harsh side of the disease, but also a day to day full of emotions, tenderness and beauty.
This is the case of Vega, one of the girls who illustrates this report and who observes the world through the gap in the railing of her bed in the hospital where she received treatment for leukemia; or the moment of complicity between Estefanía, undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and her little ones Raissa and Sohara, who delicately apply her makeup in an everyday gesture of love, a snapshot of which can also be seen captured in these pages; or the pain contained in Marco’s embrace of his son Gregorio, who suffered from Schinzel-Giedion Syndrome and who, against all odds, reached the age of seven.
Along with the photographs, we can read about twenty stories inspired by them from personalities from the world of art, sports, culture or Spanish gastronomy. The astronaut Sara García, the writer Ángeles Caso, the athlete Alex Roca, the actress Lola Herrera, the chef Ferran Adrià and the actor Miguel Ángel Muñoz are some of the authors who tell, from an intimate and personal point of view, the stories that are hidden behind each snapshot.
«Page by page, we have revealed the stories behind the patients and the people who care for them to make us look at it in a different, more human, more empathetic way, explains Enrique Ordieres, president of Cinfa.
From Cinfa, they invite you to read The patient’s gaze from pause and emotion. And then, to open our eyes around us with a look that goes beyond the obvious and dives into the depths of each patient, each illness, each story, each person.
Recognition
With this work, the laboratory most present in homes in Spain also aims to recognize and support Spanish patient entities, who carry out essential support work. For this reason, each image in the book is linked to a different association, chosen by the author of the photograph, and receives a donation from Cinfa. “At Cinfa, we want to express, once again, our admiration, recognition and support for all Spanish patient associations, who know they are counting on us,” adds Enrique Ordieres.?
Here are two PAA-related questions for the interview, following the guidelines and context you’ve provided:
## World-Today-News Exclusive Interview: Exploring “The Patient’s Gaze”
**With:**
* **Enrique Ordieres,** President of Cinfa
* **[Guest 2 – Choose a photographer featured in the book or a writer who contributed a story]**
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World-Today-News. Today, we delve into the powerful and moving world of “The Patient’s Gaze,” a captivating book by Cinfa that unveils the human stories behind illness and disability through photography and personal narratives.
**Section 1: The Power of Imagery and Storytelling**
* **For Mr. Ordieres:** Cinfa has a long-standing commitment to healthcare, but “The Patient’s Gaze” takes a unique approach. What motivated Cinfa to create this project, and what message do you hope to convey through these powerful images and stories?
* **For [Guest 2]:** Your photograph [mention specific photograph] in “The Patient’s Gaze” is incredibly evocative. What emotions were you trying to capture, and what story does it tell about the individual depicted?
* **For both:** How does the combination of photography and written narratives contribute to a more profound understanding of the lived experiences of individuals facing illness and disability?
**Section 2: Personal Connection and Empathy**
* **For Mr. Ordieres:** You mentioned the importance of looking “beyond the obvious” and diving into the depths of each story. How can this book encourage empathy and dismantle stigma surrounding illness and disability?
* **For [Guest 2]:** What emotions arose for you as you encountered the story woven around your photograph? Did it change your own perspective on [mention the illness/disability depicted]?
**Section 3: Supporting Patient Associations**
* **For Mr. Ordieres:** Cinfa’s commitment to supporting patient associations is commendable. Could you elaborate on how this project specifically contributes to their work and impact?
* **For [Guest 2]:** How do you see the book impacting the lives of patients and their families beyond raising awareness?
**Section 4: Looking Ahead**
* **For both:** What is your hope for the future of “The Patient’s Gaze” project? Do you envision expanding its reach or exploring new narratives in future editions?
* **Closing:** Thank you both for sharing your insights on this profound project. We encourage our readers to explore “The Patient’s Gaze” and join the conversation about empathy, understanding, and the power of human connection.
**Note:** Remember to adapt the second guest’s questions based on their specific contribution to the book.
