World Cancer Day. All proceeds go to the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and the Canadian Cancer Society. © 2020 Canadian Cancer Society All rights reserved. around the 4 February to show the world the incredible impact that We hope to attract around 5000 attendees of to support this worthy cause.". Like i said before. Take part in screening. Exec VP Global Head Oncology RD, Daiichi Sankyo. The Turks & Caicos Islands’ Ministry of Health organised the Island’s first ever World Cancer Day walk to highlight the importance of physical activity in reducing cancer risk. Be an example to other people and lead the movement by checking your own health first. Research Centre, thousands of school students joined the public and cancer survivors in World Cancer Day rallies, walks and activities across India, including in cities Bengaluru, Kolkata and Hyderabad. All proceeds will be going to the Swiss Cancer League. The gala dinner will include entertainment, a raffle and auction with funds going to Cancer Research UK.

Either diet tips, exercises or videos that provide advice and education. But this day is different, its not a time to rest and yet its not a time to work hard. The Liga Portuguesa Contra o Cancro invited media across Portugal, including television stations, magazines and newspapers, to display the World Cancer Day logo during their programming or on their magazine covers to reach as many people as possible. Be the Hope” along with a fun run and cycling fundraiser organised by the Indonesian Cancer Foundation for World Cancer Day attracted over 2,000 participants to raise much needed funds and awareness. World cancer day is just around the corner. There are no current open positions. Let people do things that will bring awareness to other people to prevent cancer. I can.’ is an empowering message that actions at both the collective level and individual level can make a difference. The ICCP Portal is a one-stop shop for cancer prevention and control planning. Find an event near you on the Map of Activities, sign up to attend, participate or volunteer. This all-star event was initiated by Tobias Lehmann, veteran HC Bienne hockey player, who was also affected by cancer.

To mark World Cancer Day, the Slovak Cancer League delivered public lectures as well as special information sessions for workplaces on prevention and screening. If you turned on the television in Portugal this past 4 February, you were bound to see the World Cancer Day logo. Shoppers could interact and engage in conversation with the chatbot to learn more information as well as misinformation about breast health and cancer. It followed the World Summit Against Cancer in the New Millennium, which took place in 2000. together we are making. If you have a company or you are a public figure. World Cancer Day is primarily celebrated by health organizations, governmental agencies and cancer awareness groups which organize camps, awareness programs, seminars and lectures all over the world. At a full day meeting in Stockholm, parliamentarians, politicians, healthcare and patient representatives came together on World Cancer Day where the Minister of Health presented plans on the future cancer care for the nation, addressing the country’s cancer management and treatment, research, access to care, and rehabilitation needs.

Cities the world over help to mark World Cancer Day each year by lighting up iconic landmarks, monuments and buildings in the colours of orange and blue.

We know that (and probably love them because they are rest days; no work or school). "The Breast Health Foundation, together with our partners, sponsors and fellow members of the Cancer Alliance, would like to use The One Step at a Time Cancer Warrior Walk hosted on World Cancer Day to advocate wellness for Cancer Warriors and advocate cancer as a priority disease globally. From one of the seven wonders of the world, Petra, to the Bophorus Bridge in Istanbul linking Asia and Europe, to architectural wonder of the City of the Arts and Sciences Museum in Valencia, Spain, to the stately Royal Opera House in Muscat, and to the iconic Empire State Building, these cities signal their commitment to the global challenge of cancer. Each year, the city council organises a public meeting to highlight Oxford’s global contributions to the progress against cancer. The World Cancer Day campaign theme of ‘We can.

Whoever you are - a cancer survivor, co-worker, a carer, a friend, a leader, healthcare worker, teacher or student - you have the power to take action for a cancer free world. Are you interested in joining a dynamic network of over 1,000 members that share a passion to eliminate cancer as a life-threatening disease for future generations. Staff members from The King's School (TKS), Goa, India love adventure, the open road and most importantly, bringing a smile to peoples faces. Brazilian Breast Cancer organisation, FEMAMA led a World Cancer Day campaign that cut across digital, social and traditional media, including a quiz hosted by BuzzFeed Brazil to test readers on their knowledge of breast cancer, as well as opportunities for FEMAMA’s Facebook followers to send messages of support and hope through their Facebook album. The activity you were expecting to find is from last year's World Cancer Day and has now been archived. Here are some examples on how to get involved: Of course, there are many, many other ways to add your support. Hi, There are a lot of special days out there. Don’t go round thinking what should I do. Today and every day, all of us at the Canadian Cancer Society are committed to making a difference in the lives of the nearly 1 in 2 Canadians expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. By signing up, you agree to receive World Cancer Day news, stories and updates from the Union for International Cancer Control. From India to Canada and the Netherlands to Italy, World Cancer Day supporters are beginning to add their activities and events to the Map of Impact. Also post on any social media like Instagram, Pinterest and WhatsApp to reach more people. The Map of Activities curates all of the activities taking place in and

With one month to go, we're shining a spotlight on a handful of activities to get you inspired, involved and to help you make World Cancer Day … Together with supporters like you, we can accomplish even more for Canadians affected by cancer. We may know what could be the next best thing: We invite you to check the Map of activities, to see what is happening in your area, or find out how you can take part or visit our materials section. In Switzerland, Hannah, a high school student whose father was recently diagnosed with cancer has been rallying her school to raise money and awareness among her friends and peers.

In 22 schools all over the nation, students were able to ask questions of the experts on topics that ranged from peer pressure to smoke and addiction concerns. This is one special way to celebrate world cancer day. Probably, what you do everyday. However, don't go anywhere yet! This involves going to places to give knowledge on cancer prevention especially for medical experts and students. Write an op-ed, blog story, record a video message, feature World Cancer Day on your website, an article in your newsletter, or reach out to a local journalist. We fund game-changing research into more than 100 types of cancer. The Swiss Cancer League is committed to promoting physical activity in order to prevent setbacks in those affected by cancer, as well as being dedicated to preventing illness and promoting good health in the general public. World Cancer Day aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about cancer, and pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action against the disease. I don’t know anything about cancer? Across India, more than 400 students learned about the cancer risks of tobacco use in a virtual classroom delivered live by experts at the Indian Cancer Society. The evening will be held in London, on the eve of World Cancer Day. obesity, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity and sedentary lifestyles. Bigger than chemo. If you’re still not quite sure, how you, your workplace, school, city, or your community can get involved, take a look at the World Cancer Day website, worldcancerday.org. Make a statement by lighting up a significant landmark, monument or building to be illuminated on World Cancer Day in the colours of orange and blue in your city. National cancer society, Fondation Contre le Cancer also used World Cancer Day as an occasion to urge the government to increase investment in cancer research and submitted a memorandum to all political parties which highlighted six key recommendations to boost efforts in national cancer control. You can do it even if you are not good at writing.