World Cancer Day - Get Involved to Make a Change

Highlights:

World Cancer Day is observed on the 4^th February annually across the world and hopes to increase cancer awareness, cancer prevention, early diagnosis and treatment, and supports cancer research
Cancer is the second leading cause of mortality in the world and it is estimated that about 9.6 million persons died due to cancer globally in 2018
Cancer can be prevented and cured if detected early. It is important for all of us to stand together and get involved in the global fight against cancer

World Cancer Day was established in 2000 during the World Summit against Cancer for the New Millennium held at Paris.

The World Cancer Day is the brainchild of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), the oldest international cancer organization and comprises over 1,000 member organizations from more than 160 countries, and represents the important cancer societies, patient groups and health ministries across the world.

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‘At least a third of cancers can be prevented. Most cancers can be cured if detected early and treatment begun as soon as possible. It is time we became aware of how to prevent cancer and the need for early treatment and educate and empower one and all.’
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Primary Goals of World Cancer Day and Theme for 2019

Integrate cancer prevention into world health and development programs
Education of the general public about early diagnosis and cure of cancer
Improve health care and make available affordable treatment to one and all
Promotion of cancer research
Calling upon the global community to join in the fight against cancer and spread awareness

The campaign theme for World Cancer Day 2019 is “I Am And I Will”. The theme has been launched in 2019 and will continue for three years i.e 2019-2021. The three-year campaign is to increase the intensity and impact of the campaign to inspire and involve as many people as possible to get involved personally and sustain the tempo even after the passage of the World Cancer Day 2019.

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What We Can Do To Raise Cancer Awareness

Cancer has touched all our lives one way or the other either directly or indirectly. It is time for each and every one of us to contribute our mite to educate and empower the population and raise awareness about cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatments. Some of the ways we could do so include:

Use social media such as Facebook and Twitter to post and share messages and campaign posters. Create your own custom poster with inspiring messages and share widely in the social media
Share your story of the fight against cancer on social media to inspire and encourage cancer patients across the world
Wear the theme colors of blue and orange to show your solidarity to World Cancer Day. Light up your building or an important landmark in the community in the theme colors with cancer-related messages
Make your personal contribution or raise funds for the cancer charity and cancer research. Organize a marathon or sports event or a fun-filled gala event to raise cancer awareness and donate the proceeds to charity
Organize a tea event in your community and involve cancer survivors to share their story and experience and inspire and raise awareness about cancer prevention and cure
Enlist the help of local television channels, radio, and print media to bring out messages and write-ups about cancer awareness and call experts to discuss the topic to eliminate myths and educate the general population about cancer
Hospitals and clinics can offer free cancer screening check-ups to encourage more people to seek medical help and benefit from early diagnosis
Local administration and government must ensure affordable and quality treatment to one and all irrespective of socioeconomic status, caste or gender

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Key Cancer Facts

Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally with an estimated 9.6 million deaths in 2018
Behavioral and lifestyle changes can prevent at least a third of cancers
Cancer is curable. Early diagnosis is key to cure cancer
The most common cancer-related deaths occurred due to lung, colorectal, stomach, liver and breast cancer
The single most important risk factor is tobacco accounting for 22% of deaths across the world
A Majority (70%) of deaths occur in low and middle-income countries due to lack of awareness, lack of infrastructure and shortage and lack of access to health care services

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How to Prevent Cancer

Quit smoking (the leading cause of cancer) and avoid alcohol use
Engage in regular physical activity
Eat a healthy diet and include plenty of fruits and vegetables
Maintain a healthy body weight since obesity increases cancer risk
Avoid promiscuity and multiple sexual partners
Avoid/reduce occupational exposure to cancer-causing chemicals such as asbestos or benzene
Avoid unnecessary x-rays and scans that expose you to radiation
Reduce stress through meditation and practicing relaxation techniques

Summary

Show your support and solidarity to World Cancer Day (4^th February) and educate and empower more people about cancer awareness, prevention and cure.

References:

About World Cancer Day - (https://www.worldcancerday.org/key-issues)
More Information About World Cancer Day- 4th February - (https://www.uicc.org/what-we-do/convening/world-cancer-day)

Source-Medindia