World cancer day globally observed on 4th February. The main aim of the day is to create awareness of cancer and its prevention. If you are wondering why it’s important to know about it? Here is the answer Cancer Just Impact about everyone. It’s not just individual suffering. It is also mentally affected that person’s family, friends, and surroundings.

Generally, about one in five people develop cancer in their lifetime. It’s estimated that 30.2 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed worldwide in 2040.

What Causes Cancer?

Different colors of ribbon represent different types of cancers. For example, Liver Cancer – Green, Pink – Breast Cancer, Skin Cancer – Black, Childhood Cancer – Golden. The light Purple color ribbon signifies all cancers. This color ribbon plays a pivotal role in creating awareness.

Why is world Cancer day on February 14?

After the World Cancer Conference for the New Millennium in Paris, France. This day marked to work on cancer patients prevention and treatment Since, 2000.

Today, World Health Organization(WHO) suggested some of the ways to reduce your cancer risk. They are listed below,

1. Do not smoke or use any type of tobacco. Make your home smoke free.

2. Breakfast feeding helps the mother to reduce cancer risks.

3. Avoid to much sun and use sun protection.

4. Be Physically active.

5. Limit Alcohol

6. Vaccinate your children against Hepatitis B and HPV.

7. Reduce indoor and outdoor air pollution.

8. Take Part in Organized Cancer Screening Programs.

9. Enjoy a healthy diet.

Caption for World Cancer Day: ” Together We will Fight, Together We will heal.

Today, World Cancer Day is trending #1 on Twitter clearly showing that people are interested in finding a solution to live.

If you wanted to know more about cancer and its prevention. Some of the friendly books are listed below to read.

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