Cancer is a devastating illness that has impacted countless individuals and families around the world. February 4 marks an international opportunity to unite in order to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support research on cancer treatment and prevention. Join us in recognizing World Cancer Day this year as we look to bring greater hope and progress toward a future free of cancer!
The History of World Cancer Day
The first World Cancer Day was held on February 4, 2000. The day was founded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration, which was signed by 200 world leaders at the World Summit Against Cancer in Paris on February 4, 2000.
The Declaration called for a worldwide commitment to reduce the number of premature deaths from cancer by 25% by the year 2025. In 2018, World Cancer Day marked its 18th anniversary with the theme “We Can.
Celebrations for World Cancer Day
1. February 4th is World Cancer Day, and there are many ways to get involved and show your support.
2. One way to celebrate is by attending or participating in a local event. Many cities host walks or run to raise money for cancer research and awareness.
3. You can also honor a loved one lost to cancer by donating to a cancer charity in their name. This is a great way to keep their memory alive while helping others fight the disease.
4. Another way to show your support is by simply spreading the word about World Cancer Day on social media using the hashtag #WorldCancerDay. Help educate others about the importance of early detection and treatment, and be a part of the conversation about finding a cure.
Ways to Get Involved
There are many ways that people can get involved with World Cancer Day. Some of the most common ways include:
-Educating yourself and others about cancer. This can be done through research, conversations, and sharing information.
-Joining or donating to a cancer charity. There are many organizations dedicated to ending cancer, and they need all the support they can get.
-Attending or organizing an event in honor of World Cancer Day. This could be anything from a bake sale to a candlelight vigil.
-Making lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of cancer. This includes things like quitting smoking, eating healthy, and exercising regularly.
Conclusion
On this World Cancer Day, it's time for us to unite in a single voice against cancer and continue working together towards making sure that everyone has equal access to quality care when diagnosed with this life-threatening illness. Get the World Cancer Day images and videos on Brands.live in seconds. Download and Share With your friends and family.