History of World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4th, traces its origins back to the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium, held in Paris on February 4th, 2000. Convened by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), this summit aimed to rally global action against cancer, emphasizing prevention, detection, and treatment strategies.
Following the success of the summit, World Cancer Day was officially established in 2006 by the UICC. This marked the beginning of a concerted effort to raise awareness, educate communities, and mobilize governments and individuals worldwide in the fight against cancer.
World Cancer Day | 4th February
World Cancer Day: All over the globe on 4th February, World Cancer Day is celebrated annually to raise awareness about Cancer. Many campaigns have been held at a global scale, about cancer & many themes have been set to address the various aspects of cancer control & prevention. Cancer remains a significant health challenge, both globally & in India as well. In this article, we will look at how the idea of World Cancer Day came into being, its history, Themes & Campaigns, and the scenario globally & in India.
How cancer prevails, its various types, risk factors involved, how to detect it early, treatment plans available, and the role played by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. The ongoing research & innovation along with the support plan required for cancer patients & how awareness regarding it has been raised all over the world and its impact on society have been mentioned in this article.
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