Laura Hernández diagnosed with stage 3 cancer, launches fundraising campaign
Puerto Rican communicator needs $180,000 for specialized treatment in Germany over the next 90 days, with friends and artists backing the 'Todos por Laura' initiative.
The short version
- NotiCel reports Laura Hernández was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer and will travel to Germany for specialized treatment
- El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico state the 'Todos por Laura' campaign aims to raise $180,000 for four cycles at about $45,000 each
- Angelique 'La Burbu' Burgos issued a public call for donations via video on social media, joined by Alexandra Fuentes, JoeAlis Filippetti, Padre Orlando Lugo and Dr. Guillermo Colón
- Donations can be made through www.todosporlaura.com using GoFundMe, PayPal or ATH Móvil at 787-908-1888
Diagnosis and treatment plans
Puerto Rican communicator Laura Hernández has been diagnosed with stage 3 cancer and plans to receive specialized treatment at a clinic in Germany, according to reports published on Thursday, Oct. 8 by NotiCel, El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico. The treatment is scheduled to begin in the coming days after she evaluated options for specialized care.
The three outlets agree that Hernández must complete four cycles of treatment within the next 90 days. NotiCel, El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico each report the total cost is $180,000, or approximately $45,000 per cycle, covering specialized attention, medication, transportation, lodging and medical follow-up.
What the sources posted
Posts and statements below are the sources' own words, quoted as published. They are not independently verified.
En este momento, Laura está concentrada en prepararse para su tratamiento y recuperación. Agradecemos que le permitan vivir este proceso con la tranquilidad que necesita.
Our translation: At this time, Laura is focused on preparing for her treatment and recovery. We appreciate that she be allowed to live this process with the tranquility she needs.
The source's own statement, as quoted by El Nuevo Día. Not verified by PuertoRico.com.
Campaign and supporters
Friends and colleagues launched the 'Todos por Laura' campaign to meet the financial goal. Angelique 'La Burbu' Burgos, a close friend, shared a video on social media announcing the diagnosis and urging public support, El Nuevo Día reported.
La Burbu told viewers, “Cuando somos muchos poniendo un poquito, ese poquito se convierte en muchísimo. Hoy les quiero pedir que nos ayuden a ayudarla.” The appeal has been backed by entertainer Alexandra Fuentes, JoeAlis Filippetti, Padre Orlando Lugo and Dr. Guillermo Colón, according to all three sources. Donations are being accepted via www.todosporlaura.com through GoFundMe, PayPal and ATH Móvil, with the number 787-908-1888 listed by El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico.
Medical spokesperson and business continuity
Dr. Guillermo Colón has been named the authorized spokesperson for any medical updates that Hernández permits to be released publicly, Metro Puerto Rico stated. In a written statement he said, “En este momento, Laura está concentrada en prepararse para su tratamiento y recuperación. Agradecemos que le permitan vivir este proceso con la tranquilidad que necesita.”
At Hernández’s request, her True Colon Hydrotherapy clinics in Puerto Rico and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, will continue operating during her absence. The Puerto Rico location will run normally under its prepared team, while the Florida clinic will maintain limited hours, El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico reported. This decision reflects her commitment to employees and dependent families.
Where the sources differ
All three sources agree on the stage 3 cancer diagnosis, the $180,000 goal for four treatment cycles in Germany, the 90-day timeline, the list of supporting figures and the donation platforms. NotiCel alone mentions that Hernández identified the German clinic after evaluating alternatives. El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico provide identical details on Dr. Colón as spokesperson, the exact quote from La Burbu about small donations adding up, and the continuation of the hydrotherapy clinics; NotiCel does not mention the clinics or the spokesperson arrangement. The published times are within minutes of each other on Oct. 8, 2026.
What the reports do not say
The reports do not specify the type of cancer Hernández has been diagnosed with. They also do not indicate whether insurance covers any portion of the treatment, the exact start date in Germany, expected success rates of the chosen therapy, or any timeline for when she might return to public life or share further details herself.
Sources
Every link below was opened and checked when this story was published. Official means a government body, agency or the organization itself; Reporting means a news outlet.
- Reporting Laura Hernández enfrenta diagnóstico de cáncer y amigos lanzan campaña para costear tratamiento
- Reporting Laura Hernández enfrenta diagnóstico de cáncer en etapa 3
- Reporting Laura Hernández enfrenta diagnóstico de cáncer
How we checked this
NotiCel, El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico each published substantially similar accounts on Thursday evening. The fundraising total, treatment location and supporter names appear in all three; information about the hydrotherapy clinics and Dr. Colón’s role as spokesperson rests on the El Nuevo Día and Metro Puerto Rico reports.
Compiled by the PuertoRico.com News Desk from the reports and statements listed above, and checked against them before publishing. It does not include original interviews. Spot an error? Email support@puertorico.com with a link to this story.