World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day (/wɜːrld ˈkænsər deɪ/) is an international day marked on February 4 to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.
Etymology
The term "World Cancer Day" is derived from the English words "world" meaning the earth, "cancer" referring to the disease characterized by the development of abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can infiltrate and destroy normal body tissue, and "day" referring to a 24-hour period.
History
World Cancer Day was founded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration, written in 2008. The primary aim of the day is to significantly reduce illness and death caused by cancer by 2020.
Significance
World Cancer Day is a chance to reflect on what you can do, make a pledge and take action. Whatever you choose to do ‘We can. I can.’ make a difference to the fight against cancer.
Related Terms
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Union for International Cancer Control (UICC): A membership organization that exists to help the global health community accelerate the fight against cancer.
- World Cancer Declaration: A document that represents a consensus between government officials, public health experts and cancer advocates from around the world who are committed to eliminating cancer as a life-threatening disease for future generations.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on World Cancer Day
- Wikipedia's article - World Cancer Day
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