Today it is World Cancer Day celebration. Sooner or later, it seems, cancer has an impact on us all. That’s why World Cancer Day on February 4 is an important day to raise awareness about prevention, detection, and treatment. Started by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) in 2008 and celebrated each year on 4 February, is an opportunity to rally the international community to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer. World Cancer Day activities seek to significantly reduce illness and death caused by cancer by 2020. This World Cancer Day, we recognize that our commitment to act will lead to powerful progress in reducing the global impact of cancer. So, this 4 February whoever you are, your actions – big and small – will make lasting, positive change. We need your commitment to create a cancer-free world.
WHY WORLD CANCER DAY IS IMPORTANT?
1. One-Third of the Most Common Cancers Can Be Prevented
There is a lot that can be done at an individual, community and policy level with the right strategies for cancer prevention. Taking the time to understand what you, your family and community can do to make a difference can have a huge impact on just one person.
2. Cancer Does Have Warning Signs
For many cancers, there are warning signs and symptoms and the benefits of early detection are indisputable. As busy as you may be, taking time to get that check-up and speak with your doctor can help create awareness and peace of mind.
3. Talking About Cancer Can Actually Help Everyone Heal
While cancer can be a difficult topic to address, particularly in some cultures and settings, dealing with the disease openly can improve outcomes at an individual, community and policy level. Knowing where to go for help and being part of a larger support network can help everyone feel part of the solution..
2021 : Together, all our actions matter
2021 – the ultimate year of the ‘I Am and I Will’ campaign – shows us that our actions have an impact on everyone around us, within our neighborhoods, communities and cities. And that more than ever, our actions are also being felt across borders and oceans. This year is a reminder of the enduring power of cooperation and collective action. When we choose to come together, we can achieve what we all wish for: a healthier, brighter world without cancer. Together, all of our actions matter. This World Cancer Day, who are you and what will you do?
Get involved any way you can.
Because together, we can create change
Spread the world
Our actions can change minds and hearts. By educating and informing ourselves and those around us about #cancer, we can challenge misinformation, stigma and fear. #WorldCancerDay #IAmAndIWill worldcancerday.org.
By Alizé Utteryn 02/04/2021
