Ítalo, a young man from Pará who, even while hospitalized with a rare disease, took the Enem exam in the hospital and was accepted into medical school at three public universities: UFPA, UEPA, and UFRJ.

Written by Andriely Medeiros de Araújo

Published on 16/04/2026 at 12:50

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Even hospitalized with a rare disease, 17-year-old Ítalo Cantanhede Rodrigues took the Enem and secured a spot in medicine.

Taking the Enem in a hospital and still securing a spot in medicine may seem unlikely, but that is exactly what 17-year-old Ítalo Cantanhede Rodrigues from Pará achieved after facing a rare disease. The student took the exam in São Paulo, during intensive treatment, with court authorization to ensure safe conditions.

Even in isolation and under medical care, he maintained his preparation and participated in the exam. The result came with three approvals in public universities, marking a journey of overcoming. The case gained prominence for highlighting how determination and support can transform adverse scenarios.

Approval in medicine came even during treatment for the rare disease

The result of the Enem brought a significant achievement. The young man secured approval in medicine at three public institutions. The spots were at UFPA, UEPA, and UFRJ. After the announcement, he chose to enroll at the University of the State of Pará, with classes set to begin in 2026.

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Transplant was a decisive step in the treatment of the rare disease

The fight against the rare disease included a bone marrow transplant. The donor was his younger sister, with total compatibility. Before the procedure, the young man underwent preparation with chemotherapy. After the transplant, he faced a recovery period with a weakened immune system.

Even during treatment, the young man did not abandon his studies for the Enem. He received remote support from the school. This support helped maintain his learning routine. Thus, even with the rare disease, he was able to prepare for the exam.

His experience in the hospital directly influenced his desire to study medicine. The young man began to see the profession from a different perspective. “From the patient’s side, I learned many things about how to act in this profession and how I want to be. I will dedicate myself to treating people in similar situations,” he stated.

Recovery continues after approval in medicine

Even after securing spots in medicine, the young man continues to recover. Medical supervision is still necessary. The return to Belém will depend on the release from the health team. In the meantime, he is preparing to start his degree.

The case highlights the importance of ensuring access to the Enem in special situations. The court authorization was essential for participation. Thus, the young man’s journey shows that the rare disease did not prevent the realization of a dream. The approval in medicine symbolizes this achievement.

With information from the website Só Notícia Boa

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Ítalo, a young man from Pará who, even while hospitalized with a rare disease, took the Enem exam in the hospital and was accepted into medical school at three public universities: UFPA, UEPA, and UFRJ.

Even hospitalized with a rare disease, 17-year-old Ítalo Cantanhede Rodrigues took the Enem and secured a spot in medicine.

Approval in medicine came even during treatment for the rare disease

Transplant was a decisive step in the treatment of the rare disease

Recovery continues after approval in medicine

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Ítalo, a young man from Pará who, even while hospitalized with a rare disease, took the Enem exam in the hospital and was accepted into medical school at three public universities: UFPA, UEPA, and UFRJ.

Even hospitalized with a rare disease, 17-year-old Ítalo Cantanhede Rodrigues took the Enem and secured a spot in medicine.

Approval in medicine came even during treatment for the rare disease

Transplant was a decisive step in the treatment of the rare disease

Recovery continues after approval in medicine

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While the U.S. still faces limitations in deep space, China is developing unprecedented technology with strategic satellites that maintain communication with the far side of the Moon and aims for dominance by 2030.

In Botswana, a salt flat of up to 16,000 km² that was once an African megalake spends months as an absolute white desert, but during the rainy season it transforms into a shallow sea that reappears from nowhere and can be seen from space in the middle of southern Africa.

With 7.4 trillion tons of artificial snow pumped in 10 years, an extreme operation could stabilize the West Antarctic ice sheet and prevent a sea level rise of more than 3 meters, but it would require snow cannons, ocean water, and energy on an almost industrial scale at the end of the world.

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