World Cancer Day 2023

Every year on February 4th, World Cancer Day is observed.

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In 2000, the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) established the day.

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Raising awareness of cancer and promoting its detection, prevention, and treatment are the primary goals of World Cancer Day.

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Every year, the focus of World Cancer Day is different; recent themes have included "I Am and I Will" and "We Can.". I Can. ".

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An estimated 9.6 million people died from cancer in 2018, making it the second leading cause of death worldwide.

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On this day, people, groups, and governments can come together to support cancer advocacy and education initiatives.

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World Cancer Day is observed by nations all over the world, not just in one particular nation or region.

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