World CANCER Day began in 2000 at the World Cancer Summit Against Cancer in Paris, France. It was officially designated at the summit by KΕichirΕ Matsuura, the General Director of UNESCO at the time. Word CANCER Day is celebrated on the 4th Day in February and is an initiative of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to set aside a global uniting initiative to fight cancer.
This is a worldwide endeavor that helps provide an outreach center no matter who you are or where you live. Individuals can get help with treatment and care in the fight against cancer. The goal of the UICC is to save as many lives with treatment as possible against preventable deaths from cancer.
They seek to bring awareness, educate everyone, and establish a coalition for all governments to work together in action so that thereβs a single unified voice against cancers which is one of the greatest challenges in our history.
Each person can play a part as a participant in the fight against cancer. Some events and activities happen all over the globe. The public has historically participated in public areas, hospitals, their jobs, places of worship, grocery stores, schools, and various other places throughout the community. You can bring action and awareness to fight this deadly disease.
Make simple lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active, limiting alcohol consumption, avoiding tobacco use, and eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Itβs estimated that around one-third of the most common cancers can be prevented. These preventive measures can significantly reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer and promote overall health and well-being.
There are new medical achievements in healthcare, prevention, and detection. Still, due to different factors, this day seeks to educate care as an equal opportunity for all. Certain individuals donβt have every chance to get the care they need.
Every year on World CANCER Day the UICC is seeking to close the gap between high, middle, and low-income countries as a factor that will result in fewer lives lost. Cancer care will continue for everyone until one day we can end cancer once and for all β God willing.
Not sure how to LOVE the day? Weβve got a few interesting ideas to consider that may help get you started.
Here are some activities that you can do on World CANCER Day!
Maybe youβve known someone or even a family member whoβs gone through a cancer battle. This is a time to reflect upon that silent and sometimes deadly killer. Make a move by making healthier lifestyle choices socially as well as dietarily. Schedule regular doctor checkups for various age-appropriate cancer screenings. Donate any of your time or funds toward cancer awareness.
If you HAVE known someone who had to fight for their life, let them know that you care for their well-being. And if you see them not making sound choices going forward, try and help nudge them in the right direction π
Use social media posts with the hashtags #WorldCancerDay, #WeCanICan, #NoHairSelfie, #CloseTheCareGap, #CancerDay, #Cancer, #ActivistHolidays, #FebruaryHolidays, #Holiday, #FindADayToLOVE, #iHEARTdays to support the importance of celebrating, promoting, and sharing with the world why you β€οΈ World CANCER Day.
Azerbaijani mathematician, computer scientist, electrical engineer, AI researcher, and professor who first proposed fuzzy math inclusive of fuzzy sets, fuzzy logic, fuzzy algorithms,Β fuzzy languages, fuzzy controls, fuzzy probabilities, and basically all things fuzzy β¦ like Elmo. Born 1921.
LOTFI ZADEH Quote
βAs complexity rises, precise statements lose meaning and meaningful statements lose precision.β
American aviator, officer, author, and inventor best known for making the first solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping. He famously made the 3600-mile journey in 33.5 hours in the βSpirit of St Louisβ, a plane he had built. Captain John Alcock & Lieutenant Arthur Brown beat Lindbergh eight years prior by crossing the Atlantic nonstop together by plane. Although this duo traveled 2000 miles less in their attempt. Born 1902.
CHARLES LINDBERGH Quotes
βIsnβt it strange that we talk least about the things we think about most?β
βReal freedom lies in wildness, not in civilization.β
American civil rights activist best known for her involvement in the bus boycott of Montgomery, Alabama USA. The US Congress has named her βThe First Lady of Civil Rightsβ. Born 1913.
ROSA PARKS Quote
βYou must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.β
Year | Date | Day of the Week |
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2023 | February 4 | Saturday |
2024 | February 4 | Sunday |
2025 | February 4 | Tuesday |
2026 | February 4 | Wednesday |
2027 | February 4 | Thursday |
2028 | February 4 | Friday |
I know cancer used to be predominantly hard to talk about. In fact, it kinda still is. Many refer to it as the big βCβ word. Both my mother and grandmother suffered from battling cancer. Gano had leukemia and from what I understood it was quite painful. Nanny had a rough go of it by having a nasty tumor spread like tentacles on her liver, small intestines, etc.
I didnβt even know it was cancer until many years later. Thatβs how powerful the word has become. She wouldnβt give up nor give in and is a testament that if there is more work to be done on this earth then group prayer and personal choice can sometimes intercede by the allowance of the Almighty.
Millions of lives each year can be saved by implementing strategies for early detection, treatment, and prevention of cancers through global cancer agency resource strategies.
As I said, it can be a difficult topic to broach or discuss. If something needs to be addressed, make sure you donβt make the mistakes of others and be certain to consult with your doctor on everything thatβs been affecting you lately. Whether it be a personal or cultural closed-off approach, opening up can prove useful in our fight.
Many times most cancerous lesions come with warning signs & symptoms if youβre paying attention. Itβs not quite the silent killer lie itβs led us to believe. Go out and make awareness of your surroundings a priority and get regular checkups so that serenity is in your future.
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