NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)September 1, 2026Hillsborough
El Paso Mountain Star to be illuminated gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
The Mountain Star in El Paso will be lit gold on September 1 and September 30 to recognize Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and the work of El Paso Children’s Hospital.
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The illumination serves as a public recognition of pediatric cancer treatment services provided by the El Paso Children’s Hospital, which currently treats over 1,000 pediatric cancer patients.
Key Facts
- The Mountain Star will be illuminated gold on September 1 and September 30.
- The illumination is in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
- El Paso Children’s Hospital has treated over 1,000 pediatric cancer patients.
- Over 85% of children in the region receive specialized cancer treatment in El Paso.
Who's Mentioned
other1,000“Number of pediatric cancer patients treated by the hospital.”other85%“Percentage of regional children receiving specialized treatment locally.”organizationEl Paso Children’s Hospital“Healthcare provider for pediatric cancer patients in the region.”locationMountain Star“Local landmark in El Paso to be illuminated.”