However, one-third of common types of cancers are treatable and preventable.
The theme focuses on recognizing and acknowledging the barriers for several cancer patients globally and provides them with the ease of care they require.
The annual event is organized by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to instigate better cancer awareness that may further help for early detection, prevention, and treatment of the disease.
Global Initiative
The Cancer Day was initiated with an official consignment by the Charter of Paris against Cancer at the Summit by the then General Director of UNESCO, Kōichirō Matsuura.
In this year, the global initiative of 2022 scripts the first year of a new three-year campaign involving the issue of equity in cancer care.
The day helps identify lacking knowledge and challenges concerning cancer. Overcoming the existing barriers in cancer’s life-saving services and care fosters increased survival chances for a person fighting with cancer.
Make the Voices Heard
The cancer community strives to instill enthusiasm and awareness for cancer on a global scale through various programs.
You may also get involved on social media by using the hashtags #WorldCancerDay and #CloseTheCareGap. To add to the venture, World Cancer Day Facebook and YouTube channels also present live-streamed content that present an exceptional look towards the cancer community.
Various organizations host expert discussions on cancer and socioeconomic factors, gender norms and discrimination, cultural contexts, and lifestyle to get the people involved in the in-depth aspect of cancer.
Events like Solidarity Challenge, where thousands of runners and cyclists will join hands with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise cancer awareness.
Amidst Height of the Pandemic
With 840 successful activities in 116 countries (including orange color light up in 152 iconic monuments in 91 cities) last year, this year is also set to celebrate the event at its prosperity.
This year, 37 cities globally are planned to be lightened-up with orange and blue lighting to support the noble cause.
Apart from the involvement of medical centers and international organizations, setups like corporations, local businesses, and governments join to guide the public on types of cancer and its potential management strategies.
Take a moment to reflect on yourself in spreading the knowledge on cancer’s effect and necessary precautions.
References:
- World Cancer Day 4 February
– (https://www.worldcancerday.org/) - World Cancer Day 22
– (https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/get-involved/donate/world-cancer-day-2022) - About World Cancer Day
– (https://www.uicc.org/what-we-do/convening/world-cancer-day) - Cancer Awareness Dates
– (https://www.cancer.net/research-and-advocacy/cancer-awareness-dates)
Source: Medindia
