ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE WORLD CANCER DAY
Aashi Harita
Feb 3, 2022
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Cancer is a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. Cancer can start almost anywhere in the human body, which is made up of trillions of cells. Normally, human cells grow and multiply (through a process called cell division) to form new cells as the body needs them. When cells grow old or become damaged, they die, and new cells take their place. Sometimes this orderly process breaks down, and abnormal or damaged cells grow and multiply when they shouldn’t. These cells may form tumors, which are lumps of tissue. Tumors can be cancerous or noncancerous.
Every year on February 04 people worldwide observes World Cancer Day to create awareness about cancer and the prejudices associated with it. World Cancer Day is declared as a “global uniting initiative" by the Union of International Cancer Control (UICC). The initiative refers that people across the globe are being urged to come together and battle the condition with the help of early detection, care, emotional support.
AT WHAT THIS DAY TARGETS
World Cancer Day targets misinformation raises awareness and reduces stigma. Multiple initiatives are run on World Cancer Day to show support for those affected by cancer. One of these movements is #NoHairSelfie, a global movement to have "participants" shave their heads either physically or virtually to show a symbol of courage for those undergoing cancer treatment. Images of participants are then shared all over social media. Hundreds of events around the world also take place.
THEME OF THIS YEAR: 2022
The theme of World Cancer Day 2022 is 'Close the Care Gap'. The main aim of the initiative is to motivate reform and inspire action, even after World Cancer Day. The campaign is multilevel and focuses on more exposure and interaction and more opportunities to raise awareness about the condition. The theme ‘Close the Care Gap’ revolves around identifying and recognizing global disparities in cancer care.
AIM OF WORLD CANCER DAY
World Cancer Day aims to prevent millions of deaths each year by raising awareness and education about cancer and pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action against the disease.
HISTORY OF WORLD CANCER DAY
World Cancer Day came into existence on February 04, 2000, during the World Cancer Conference for the New Millennium in Paris, France. Koichiro Matsuura, who was the Director of UNESCO during that time along with French President Jacques Chirac decided to celebrate the day on February 04. Every year since then, people across the world observe World Cancer Day with a different theme.
IMPORTANCE OF WORLD CANCER DAY
The day's main aim is to raise awareness and reduce the social stigma associated with the condition. Cancer is now the world’s second leading cause of mortality. Several events are planned on this day in the world, where people talk about the disease and give emotional support to the people who are battling the disease. The main purpose of observing the day is to educate people about cancer and its early detection and how to fight the disease.
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Aashi Harita
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