In 2023, the global cancer community commemorates World Cancer Day, on February 4, with the slogan “Close the care gap”, and the call to unite our voices and take action. PAHO joins this campaign to call everyone, collectively and individually, to commit to strengthen actions aimed to improve access to quality care, including screening, early detection, treatment and palliative care.
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What is the theme of the World Cancer Day?
World Cancer Day World Cancer Day aims to prevent millions of deaths each year by raising awareness about cancer, and pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action against the disease. UICC continues to expand on the success and impact of the day and is committed to ensuring that year-on-year the event is seen and heard by more people around the world.
UICC offers tools and guidance to encourage its member organisations to run local cancer awareness campaigns that are aligned and adapted to the global World Cancer Day message. On an above-country level, UICC works to seize digital, traditional and social media opportunities to raise public awareness of the day.
Through the continued support of members and key partners, World Cancer Day has firmly cemented itself in calendars across the world. World Cancer Day is more than a day on the calendar. That’s why our campaign is built to inspire change and mobilise action long after the day itself. A multi-year campaign means more exposure and engagement, more opportunities to build global awareness and ultimately more impact. The theme for World Cancer Day 2022-2024 is,
What are the colors for World Cancer Day 2023?
The theme for World Cancer day for the last three years – 2022, 2023 and 2024 – is ‘Close The Care Gap’. The multi-year campaign is focused on addressing exposure, engagement, and opportunities to meet global awareness of Cancer Day. The official colours of World Cancer Day are blue and orange.
When is National cancer Awareness Day 2023?
National Cancer Awareness Day dates –
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | November 7 | Tuesday |
| 2024 | November 7 | Thursday |
| 2025 | November 7 | Friday |
| 2026 | November 7 | Saturday |
| 2027 | November 7 | Sunday |
What activities are performed on World Cancer Day 2023?
Cancer causes almost 459 000 deaths every year in the Eastern Mediterranean Region. Over the past five years, there were around 1.6 million cancer cases in the Region, making it a continuous burden that exerts tremendous physical, emotional and financial strain on individuals, families and communities.
Almost 734 000 individuals are diagnosed with cancer every year and in 2040 it is predicted that the number of people being diagnosed will be about 50% higher. World Cancer Day aims to promote awareness on cancer as a public health issue and to strengthen actions towards improving access to quality care, screening, early detection, treatment and palliative care.
This year’s theme marks the second year of the campaign “close the care gap” which is about understanding the inequities in cancer care and taking actions to make the necessary progress to address them. World Cancer Day is being observed during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, where individuals with cancer are at risk of severe symptoms.
People with cancer may develop COVID-19 symptoms faster and may require ICU admission if they do not seek medical care. The pandemic has caused disruptions in cancer care, affecting patient access and lives. Lessons learnt during the pandemic can be used to address disruptions and inequities in cancer prevention, care and control.
On World Cancer Day 2023, various activities will take place globally, including the “5k Challenge” by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to participate in activities such as running, cycling, swimming, hiking or walking to symbolize closing the gap in care.
- Additionally, there will be “21-day challenges” for individuals to create new healthy habits, raise awareness about cervical cancer, and educate themselves about inequalities in accessing cancer services.
- The Day will also focus on examining the socioeconomic factors that lead to disparities in cancer prevention, incidence and survival, such as cultural and gender norms, income and education levels, and biases based on age, gender, ethnicity, disability and lifestyle.
Additionally, there will be a call for increased action to improve cancer awareness, prevent cancer, support advancements in diagnostics and treatment, and address the shortcomings in health systems highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. There will also be opportunities for interviews with WHO and partners in different regions and WHO countries worldwide. Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, representing nearly 1 in 6 deaths globally. In WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, most cases of cancer are diagnosed at a late stage when treatments are less effective which results in poorer outcomes for patients.
- Modelled estimates indicate that by 2030 the Region will have the highest increase in cancer burden among all six WHO regions.
- In spite of positive developments in some countries of the Region, cancer prevention and control in countries of the Region remained at an early stage of development, with limited strategic direction.
The regional framework for action on cancer prevention and control was developed and endorsed in 2017 (and updated in 2018) to scale up guidance to countries and support implementation of the regional framework for action to implement the Political Declaration of the High-Level Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases and World Health Assembly resolution (WHA70.12) on cancer prevention and control in the context of an integrated approach The framework covers six key areas: governance; prevention; early detection; treatment; palliative care; and surveillance and research; and includes indicators against which countries can monitor progress. The Global Cancer Observatory (GCO) is an interactive web-based platform presenting global cancer statistics to inform cancer control and cancer research. The platform focuses on the visualization of cancer indicators using data from IARC’s (International Agency for Research on Cancer) Cancer Surveillance Branch, including GLOBOCAN, Cancer Incidence in Five Continents (CI5), International Incidence of Childhood Cancer (IICC), and several cancer survival benchmarking projects (SurvCan and SURVMARK).
What is the theme of cancer Colour?
Cancer ribbons are loops of ribbon that people wear to show their support for those with cancer or to spread awareness about the disease. There are 43 different colors, for instance, pink for breast cancer and orange for leukemia. There are many different types of cancer ribbons, each with its own symbolic color. 
Color: white and burgundy Head and neck cancer incorporates a range of different cancers, including cancer of the:
mouthpharynxlarynxnasal cavitysinusessalivary glands
The Head and Neck Cancer Alliance note that alcohol and tobacco use are two of the most significant risk factors for these types of cancer. April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. 
Color: burgundy Multiple myeloma is cancer that affects the plasma cells. The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimated there would be over 34,000 new cases of multiple myeloma in 2022. March is Myeloma Awareness Month when people and organizations help spread the word and raise money for research.
- Color: orange Leukemia is a form of blood cancer that usually starts in the bone marrow,
- The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) state that the relative 5-year survival rate for leukemia has more than quadrupled since 1960.
- The improvement in outlook may be due to increased awareness of the disease and advances in medication.
September is Leukemia Awareness Month. Leukemia also shares the orange ribbon with kidney cancer, 
Color: orange Kidney cancer is among the 10 most common cancers in the United States. It is more common in older people, and more men than women tend to develop it. While it is not possible to prevent all cases of kidney cancer, obesity and smoking increase a person’s risk.
- March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month.
- Color: pink Probably, the most well-known cancer ribbon is the pink ribbon that represents breast cancer,
- Researchers and organizations use or wear pink throughout their numerous campaigns to highlight their stand against breast cancer.
- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Organizations, such as the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the National Breast Cancer Foundation constantly work toward finding a cure for breast cancer and help support those going through treatment. Color: peach Endometrial cancer most commonly affects women after menopause, with an average age of 60 at the time of diagnosis, according to the ACS,
- September is Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month.
- During that month, many campaigners come together to raise awareness for preventive testing and funds for research.
- Color: amber An amber ribbon is a sign of support for those battling appendix cancer.
- Appendix cancer is rarer than many other cancers.
- According to one study, there are only about 1.2 cases of appendix cancer per 100,000 people in the U.S.
August is Appendix Cancer Awareness Month. Color: gold A gold ribbon represents all cancers that occur during childhood. Organizations, such as the American Childhood Cancer Organization, campaign all year round to spread awareness and raise money to support children fighting cancer.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Color: yellow A yellow ribbon represents sarcoma or bone cancer, There are several types of bone cancer. Sarcoma can affect the bones or it can affect the connective tissues in the body, such as the cartilage or myofascial tissue. Organizations, such as the Sarcoma Foundation of America, help fund research and increase awareness about the disease.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month. Color: lime green Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) affects the lymphatic system. As the LLS notes, around 85–90% of cases start in B lymphocyte cells, which help produce the antibodies that fight infection. Lymphoma and leukemia are two separate forms of cancer that are commonly grouped together because they both affect the blood.
September is World Lymphoma Awareness Month, which supports people with NHL and other forms of blood and lymph cancer. Color: emerald green According to the American Liver Foundation, about 34,000 Americans die of liver cancer each year. It affects nearly twice as many men as women. October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month when foundations and charities help raise awareness for testing and funds for research.
Color: teal According to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths in women of any age. Researchers estimate that 1 in 78 women will experience ovarian cancer during their lifetimes. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
- However, May 8th is also World Ovarian Cancer Day, when people around the globe spread awareness of ovarian cancer.
- Color: white and teal Thanks to early preventive screenings, more people are surviving cervical cancer than ever before.
- According to the ACS, regular tests, such as the Pap smear, have reduced deaths from the disease significantly.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Color: light blue The Prostate Cancer Foundation estimates that 1 in 8 men in the U.S. will receive a prostate cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Routine screening beginning around 50 years old may help detect prostate cancer early and avoid serious complications.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month where organizations promote preventive testing and help raise funds for developing new treatments. Color: dark blue Colon cancer affects the large intestine. People with forms of irritable bowel disease, such as Crohn’s or colitis, have a higher risk of developing this type of cancer.
Regular screening for polyps and signs of cancer has led to an improvement in survival rates in recent years. When doctors treat colon cancer in its early stages, the overall 5-year survival rate for colorectal cancer is 63–67%, March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Color: periwinkle blue A soft, lavender-blue ribbon is a sign of support for those living with stomach or gastric cancer, The organization No Stomach For Cancer note that stomach cancer still receives little attention, even though it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths globally. November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, which is vital for promoting greater public knowledge of the disease and raising funds for research.
Color: purple Pancreatic cancer is difficult to diagnose in the early stages, as there are no preventive screening tests available. Pancreatic cancer uses a purple ribbon as a tribute to one woman’s love for her mother. A woman named Rose Schneider, whose favorite color was purple, died after battling pancreatic cancer.
Her daughter, finding little formal support in her time of need, worked to found the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan) to support people with pancreatic cancer. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. During this month, PanCan and other organizations, such as the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, work together to raise awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research.
Color: lavender A lavender ribbon is usually a sign of support for those living with all types of cancer. Sometimes, people wear a rainbow of ribbons or a ribbon with many different colors to symbolize the same thing. National Cancer Prevention Month and World Cancer Day take place in February each year.
Color: violet Hodgkin lymphoma is a form of lymphoma or blood cancer that starts in the lymph nodes. As the LLS notes, Hodgkin lymphoma is one of the most curable forms of cancer. September is World Lymphoma Awareness Month. Color: black According to the Melanoma Research Foundation, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S.
In 2022, over 197,000 Americans are predicted to receive a skin cancer diagnosis. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. People can also wear a black ribbon to promote regular skin checks and preventive screenings. Learn more about melanoma here. Color: zebra print Carcinoid cancer is not as well-known as other cancers.
Carcinoid cancer grows very slowly, commonly appearing in the small intestines and bronchial system in the lungs, according to the American Association for Cancer Research, Some people experience little to no symptoms for a long time, though carcinoid cancer can still be life threatening. November is Carcinoid Cancer Awareness Month.
Learn about lung carcinoid tumors here. Color: gray Possibly a reflection of a person’s “gray matter,” a gray ribbon promotes brain cancer awareness. The National Brain Tumor Society estimates that approximately 688,000 people in the U.S. are living with a brain or central nervous system tumor.
While the majority of these tumors are benign, about 37 percent are cancerous. May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month. Color: white or pearl Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in the U.S. It is responsible for about 25% of all cancer-related deaths, according to the ACS. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, though other organizations, such as the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer, work year-round to raise funds for lung cancer research.
Color: blue, yellow, and purple Bladder cancer is represented by a blue, yellow, and purple ribbon. The American Bladder Cancer Society state that bladder cancer accounts for 5% of all cancer cases. Men are more likely to develop it than women. May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month.
Color: blue, pink, and teal Doctors will diagnose an estimated 43,800 new cases of thyroid cancer in 2022, according to the ACS. September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, when organizations, such as the American Thyroid Association, promote their work to spread awareness and support for people with thyroid cancer.
Wearing a specific color or ribbon can help people show their support for a friend or loved one, or even help them discuss their own cancer diagnosis with others. Participating in awareness campaigns, just by wearing a ribbon, can help keep the public informed about cancer research and promote funding for new treatments.
What are the colors of cancer?
Cancer Ribbon Color Chart & What They Mean 
There are many different color ribbons people choose to wear to honor or support loved ones who have cancer, and also spread awareness about that type of cancer. Each color is chosen by certain organizations that provide support, education, and awareness for each of the individual cancers.
Many people wear ribbons to show support for loved ones who have and to help spread awareness for that type of, Different colors represent different types of, and the ribbon colors are chosen by nationally recognized, non-profit organizations that provide support, education, and awareness for each of the individual cancers.In addition, there are many officially recognized annual cancer awareness months. The following chart lists common cancer types, the ribbon colors associated with these cancers, along with awareness months for each of the cancers.
| Type of Cancer | Ribbon Color | Awareness Month |
|---|---|---|
| National Cancer Prevention Month | February | |
| National Minority Cancer Awareness Month | April | |
| National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week | April 1-7 | |
| National Cancer Research Month | May | |
| Oncology Nursing Month | May | |
| Cancer Immunotherapy Awareness Month | June | |
| Cancer Survivors Month | June | |
| National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week | June 17-23 | |
| All cancers | Lavender | |
| Appendix cancer | Amber | None |
| Bladder cancer | Marigold/blue/purple | May |
| Brain cancer | Gray | May |
| Breast cancer | Pink | October |
| Cervical cancer | Teal/white | January |
| Childhood cancer | Gold | September |
| Colon cancer | Dark blue | March |
| Esophageal cancer | Periwinkle | April |
| Gallbladder/bile duct cancer | Kelly green | February |
| Head and neck cancer | Burgundy/ivory | April |
| Hodgkin’s lymphoma | Violet | September |
| Kidney cancer | Orange | March |
| Leiomyosarcoma | Purple | July |
| Leukemia | Orange | September |
| Liver cancer | Emerald | October |
| Lung cancer | White | November |
| Lymphoma | Lime green | September |
| Melanoma and skin cancers | Black | May |
| Multiple myeloma | Burgundy | March |
| Ovarian cancer | Teal | September |
| Pancreatic cancer | Purple | November |
| Prostate cancer | Light blue | September |
| Sarcoma/bone cancer | Yellow | July |
| Stomach/gastric cancer | Periwinkle | November |
| Testicular cancer | Orchid | April |
| Thyroid cancer | Teal/pink/blue | September |
| Uterine cancer | Peach | September |
| Neuroendocrine/carcinoid cancer | Zebra stripe | November |
| Honors caregivers | Plum | November |
https://www.choosehope.com/chart-of-ribbon-colors-2/ https://www.cancer.net/research-and-advocacy/cancer-awareness-dates : Cancer Ribbon Color Chart & What They Mean
What do you wear for World Cancer Day?
FAQs Below you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions. What is World Cancer Day? A key international awareness day on the global health calendar, World Cancer Day takes place every year on 4 February to unite the world in the fight against cancer, under the one banner.
- The Day aims to save millions of lives each year through education, raising awareness and by pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action.
- When is World Cancer Day? World Cancer Day happens every year on 4 February.
- In 2023, World Cancer Day will take place on a Saturday.
- Find out more about the origin of World Cancer Day,
When and how was World Cancer Day established? World Cancer Day was established by the Paris Charter adopted at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millenium in Paris on 4 February 2000, This Charter aimed at the promotion of the research for curing as well as preventing the disease, upgrading the provided services to the patients, the sensitisation of the common opinion and the mobilisation of the global community against cancer.
In its article 10, the Charter established that 4 February would therefore be World Cancer Day, so that the Charter of Paris would remain in the hearts and minds of people around the world. Read the Charter, What is/are the official colour(s) of World Cancer Day? The official colours of World Cancer Day are blue and orange.
What is the theme for this year? The 2022-2024 World Cancer Day theme is: ‘Close the Care Gap’. The first year of the campaign was all about understanding and recognising the inequities in cancer care across the globe. The second year is about celebrating progress in its many forms that enable more people to seek and receive the care they need and deserve.
- Our actions can take countless forms: motivating neighbours to provide transport to cancer treatment for a fellow resident or ensuring that healthy and affordable food options are offered at the local school.
- We’ll mobilise our friends, family, coworkers and communities because we know that together we can achieve almost anything.
- The third year will call on leaders to eliminate health inequities by addressing their root causes to ensure that everyone has access to quality health services when they need them.
Anyone and everyone. From all walks of life, all ages and from all around the word. We’re counting on everyone’s support: individuals, organisations, corporates, schools, cities, governments, hospitals and communities – especially you – because every action counts.
- In whatever way that you can spread the message of World Cancer Day to your family, friends, colleagues, community, media and governments will help us reach the objective of getting as many people as possible to talk, hear, read and learn about cancer.
- The Action toolkit is a good starting point for ideas and examples of how to mark World Cancer Day.
You might also find some inspiration from what others are doing by browsing the, How can I volunteer with World Cancer Day? We are always looking for supporters. One of the best ways to support World Cancer Day is getting involved with your own activity – refer to the Action toolkit to find out how.
Another way is to support an existing activity. You may want to check our for activities happening in your local area and to find out how you can get involved. If you don’t see any activities near you, we recommend you get in direct contact with your local cancer organisation. Take a look at the UICC member organisations list,
Do you offer a certificate of participation or recognition? We sure do! By submitting your World Cancer Day activity on the you are eligible to receive a digital Certificate of Participation. If you would like to receive your copy, please email with the name of the individual or organisation that you would like recognised on the certificate as well as a weblink to your World Cancer Day activity.
Please note only one certificate will be sent per organiser. Please also note that certificates will be provided up until 28 February 2023. Any activities submitted to the Map after this date will not receive a certificate. How can I help with translating World Cancer Day materials? We’re always trying to make World Cancer Day as accessible as possible for everyone.
If you are unable to find the World Cancer Day materials in your language and would like to work together on the translation, we’d love to hear from you. Send us an email at, May I use the materials available on the website? Of course, our materials are all provided free to download and use.
- Attribution. You must give the original author credit.
- Share Alike. If you alter, transform, or build upon this work, you may distribute the resulting work only under a license identical to this one.
- For any reuse or distribution, you must make clear to others the license terms of this work.
- Any of these conditions can be waived if you get permission from the copyright holder.
If I use the World Cancer Day materials, do I need to mention your website or logo? Yes, we would appreciate if you would link to our website and acknowledge us as the creators of the material. Can I add the logo of my organisation to the materials, for example on the poster? You are more than welcome to add your logo and organisation’s details to the World Cancer Day materials; however, we do ask that you keep the World Cancer Day logo and website address without making any changes to the way it currently appears.
- Do you have materials in my language? All World Cancer Day materials are available in English, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese and Arabic.
- Selected World Cancer Day materials are also available in other languages.
- Use the language drop down box to see whether there are materials available in your language,,
If you still are unable to find materials in your language, we are always looking for support in translating the materials. Drop us a line at to volunteer your support. I’m having trouble with the custom poster / social media tool. Am I doing something wrong? You’re probably not doing anything wrong.
- If you are uploading an image, make sure your image is a PNG, GIF, JPG or JPEG file.
- One of the most frequent reasons why the image doesn’t upload is the image size: check that your file isn’t more than 300MB.
- When you upload your image and the screen turns white, it most likely means your image is too small. We suggest trying with a higher resolution image.
- If you are adding text to the poster, and the screen turns white, it may be because you have included a special character, like * or @. Sometimes, the tool doesn’t like these characters. Try excluding these characters from your text.
Custom tool still not working? Contact us at and we’ll see how we can help. Do you have a press release? Every year, we publish a press release for anyone to use to help spread the word. The global World Cancer Day press release will be available publicly on the website before World Cancer Day, and will be available to UICC member organisations under embargo in January.
I want to donate, but don’t have a credit card or PayPal account. Is there another way? Thanks for considering donating to World Cancer Day. You can make a secure online donation, If you can’t or would rather not donate online, you can choose to make a donation via bank transfer or by mailing through a cheque.
If you would like to find out how, please email the team at for further details. I am seeking financial help / funding. Can you help? Unfortunately, we are not in a position to respond to any questions regarding treatment nor able to assist patients medically and/or financially.
- We also regret that we won’t be able to provide any funding or sponsorship of activities or events that you are considering for World Cancer Day.
- Where can I buy the Unity Band? The Unity Band is an initiative from UICC member Cancer Research UK.
- You can find out more and purchase the bands,
- How do I add my activity to the Map of Activities? If you are organising an activity or event – however big or small – in support of World Cancer Day, we invite you to share this with the world on the Map of Activities.
Simply:
- Click on “” in the navigation bar
- Scroll down past the map, click on the “Add your activity” button
- Fill out the online form and submit your activity details
- Your activity will be then reviewed by our team and posted on the map within 24-48 hours
How long does it take for my activity to show on the Map of Activities? Typically, your activity will show within 24 – 48 hours. Towards World Cancer Day, you can imagine we receive many submissions, so it may take a little bit longer for your activity to show up.
Check back in a day or two. If you still can’t see your activity, feel free to email us at I submitted my activity to the Map of Activities but I need to make a change/correction, how can I do that? No worries. You should have received an email with a unique link when you submitted your activity. Simply click on the link to edit your activity.
If you can’t locate that email, simply email us at to edit your activity details. To help things along, ensure to include your organisation’s name and the title of your activity as well as the changes you would like made. How can I get on the Wall of Support? / Why am I not on the Wall of Support? The World Cancer Day Wall of Support features all the posts relating to World Cancer Day.
- To make sure you get yourself featured on the Wall of Support, don’t forget to include both official World Cancer Day hashtags: #WorldCancerDay and #CloseTheCareGap in your post.
- I want to find out more about cancer.
- Do you have information and statistics? There are many resources available on this website and on other websites.
We suggest you take a look at the following pages:
For more general resources and information, check out the page. If you are looking for specific information on cancer statistics in your own country, we encourage you to contact your national cancer society or explore the website. Feel free to consult the list of to contact them directly.
What is the symbol of Cancer Day?
Crossed pink ribbon symbol of world cancer day.
What can you do for World Cancer Day?
On 4 February we celebrate World Cancer Day – a day that unites people, communities and entire countries to raise awareness and take action. Show your support this World Cancer Day by wearing your Unity Band® or making a donation.
Is there an international cancer Day?
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Each year on 4 February, PAHO/WHO supports the Union for International Cancer Control to promote ways to ease the global burden of cancer. Preventing cancer and raising quality of life for cancer patients are recurring themes of World Cancer Day. World Cancer Day 2023: Close the care gap
What is a good quote for cancer?
Remaining hopeful during cancer treatment is as much an art as it is a skill. And, our cancer patients and their families demonstrate this on a regular basis. Here are nine quotes that our patients and their caregivers shared with us on our Cancerwise blog this past year that reveal how they stayed motivated in the face of adversity.
- Our wish this holiday season is that at least one of them will help you through cancer, too.
- Cancer is just a chapter in our lives and not the whole story.” — Allie Moreno “Every day you wake up is another opportunity to be a blessing to someone else.” — Jacqueline Wallace “Today is enough.” — Josh Taylor “Life becomes more purposeful when you’re doing something good.” — Brendan Locke “Giving in to the darkness offers no benefit.” — Marivel Preciado “Cancer is a part of our life, but it’s not our whole life.” — Nick Prochak “There’s almost always something to smile about.” — Aaliyah Parker “You can do anything you set your mind to.” — Layne Compston “When cancer happens, you don’t put life on hold.
You live now.” — Fabi Powell What saying helps you get through the day? Share your story, Request an appointment at MD Anderson online or by calling 1-877-632-6789.
When is the World Ovarian Cancer Day in 2023?
World Ovarian Cancer Day is a global healthcare event commemorated every year on May 8th to raise awareness about ovarian cancer. On this day, many local and international organisations step up together to create awareness about the disease, the importance of early diagnosis and screening.
How many people died from cancer in 2023?
How Many People Die of Cancer Each Year? – In 2023, an estimated 609,820 people will die of cancer in the United States. Lung and bronchus cancer is responsible for the most deaths with 127,070 people expected to die from this disease. That is nearly three times the 52,550 deaths due to colorectal cancer, which is the second most common cause of cancer death.
| Lung and bronchus 47 | 67,160 |
|---|---|
| Colon and rectum 20 | 28,470 |
| Pancreas 40 | 26,620 |
| Breast 55 | 530 |
| Prostate 66 | 34,700 |
| Liver & Intrahepatic Bile Duct 35 | 19,000 |
| Leukemia 90 | 13,900 |
| Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma 86 | 11,780 |
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For comparison purposes, new cases and deaths are generally expressed as a rate — the number per 100,000 in the total population. The rate of new cases is known as cancer, and the death rate as, Note that total population changes depending on what group you are looking at, so, for instance, the rate of new cases for females is the rate per 100,000 females in the U.S.
The table below gives the predicted number of new cases and deaths in 2023, the age-adjusted rate of new cases and deaths over the most recent five years of data, and the five-year, representing the percent surviving their cancer diagnosis 5-years after diagnosis. You can sort on any column by clicking the header.
| Site | Estimated New Cases (2023) | Rate of New Cases (2016–2020) | Estimated Deaths (2023) | Death Rate (2016–2020) | Relative Survival (%) (2013–2019) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anus | 9,760 | 1.9 | 1,870 | 0.3 | 70.4 |
| Bladder | 82,290 | 18.2 | 16,710 | 4.2 | 77.9 |
| Bone and Joint | 3,970 | 1.0 | 2,140 | 0.5 | 68.9 |
| Brain and Other Nervous System | 24,810 | 6.2 | 18,990 | 4.4 | 33.8 |
| Breast | 300,590 | 67.7 | 43,700 | 10.8 | 90.7 |
| Cervix Uteri | 13,960 | 7.7 | 4,310 | 2.2 | 67.2 |
| Colon and Rectum | 153,020 | 36.6 | 52,550 | 13.1 | 65.0 |
| Esophagus | 21,560 | 4.2 | 16,120 | 3.8 | 21.7 |
| Hodgkin Lymphoma | 8,830 | 2.5 | 900 | 0.3 | 88.9 |
| Kidney and Renal Pelvis | 81,800 | 17.2 | 14,890 | 3.5 | 77.6 |
| Larynx | 12,380 | 2.7 | 3,820 | 0.9 | 61.6 |
| Leukemia | 59,610 | 14.0 | 23,710 | 6.0 | 66.7 |
| Liver and Intrahepatic Bile Duct | 41,210 | 9.3 | 29,380 | 6.6 | 21.6 |
| Lung and Bronchus | 238,340 | 50.0 | 127,070 | 35.0 | 25.4 |
| Melanoma of the Skin | 97,610 | 21.0 | 7,990 | 2.1 | 93.5 |
| Myeloma | 35,730 | 7.1 | 12,590 | 3.1 | 59.8 |
| Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma | 80,550 | 18.7 | 20,180 | 5.1 | 74.3 |
| Oral Cavity and Pharynx | 54,540 | 11.4 | 11,580 | 2.5 | 68.5 |
| Ovary | 19,710 | 10.3 | 13,270 | 6.3 | 50.8 |
| Pancreas | 64,050 | 13.3 | 50,550 | 11.1 | 12.5 |
| Prostate | 288,300 | 113.4 | 34,700 | 18.8 | 97.1 |
| Small Intestine | 12,070 | 2.5 | 2,070 | 0.4 | 69.5 |
| Stomach | 26,500 | 6.9 | 11,130 | 2.8 | 35.7 |
| Testis | 9,190 | 6.0 | 470 | 0.3 | 95.2 |
| Thyroid | 43,720 | 13.9 | 2,120 | 0.5 | 98.5 |
| Uterus | 66,200 | 27.6 | 13,030 | 5.1 | 81.0 |
| Vulva | 6,470 | 2.5 | 1,670 | 0.6 | 69.6 |
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The rate and type of cancer diagnosis varies significantly by race and ethnicity. The graph below shows the age-adjusted rate of new cases, by race and ethnicity, for the four most commonly diagnosed cancers.
| Site | All Races | Hispanic | NH AI/AN | NH API | NH Black | NH White |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female Breast 55 | 126.9 | 98.5 | 107.4 | 106.4 | 128.3 | 136.3 |
| Colon and rectum 20 | 36.6 | 33.4 | 48.3 | 29.7 | 42.7 | 37.1 |
| Lung & Bronchus 47 | 50.0 | 26.2 | 47.3 | 34.0 | 53.8 | 56.4 |
| Prostate 66 | 113.4 | 86.9 | 73.2 | 59.3 | 184.2 | 111.5 |
Cancer death rates, or mortality rates, also vary significantly by race and ethnicity. The graph below shows the age-adjusted death rate, by race and ethnicity, for the five most deadly cancers.
| Site | All Races | Hispanic | NH AI/AN | NH API | NH Black | NH White |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female Breast 55 | 19.6 | 13.7 | 17.6 | 11.7 | 27.6 | 19.7 |
| Colon and rectum 20 | 13.1 | 10.7 | 17.2 | 9.1 | 17.6 | 13.1 |
| Lung & Bronchus 47 | 35.0 | 15.4 | 34.2 | 19.8 | 37.2 | 38.0 |
| Pancreas 40 | 11.1 | 8.8 | 10.3 | 7.5 | 13.6 | 11.2 |
| Prostate 66 | 18.8 | 15.3 | 19.5 | 8.6 | 37.5 | 17.8 |
Between 2015 and 2019, the overall age-adjusted remained stable among men and remained stable among women. During this period, eight of the 19 most common cancers in men and nine of the 21 most common cancers in women showed statistically significant decreases in new cases. For men, lung and bronchus cancer showed the greatest decrease. For women, ovarian cancer showed the greatest decrease.
Why is World Cancer Day on Feb 4th?
We believe –
We believe that access to life-saving cancer diagnosis, treatment and care should be equitable for all – no matter where you live, what your income, your ethnicity or gender. We believe that governments must be accountable and national leadership on policies, legislations, investment and innovation is key to accelerated progress. We believe that every action matters, whether it is small or big, and that by working together we will create lasting change.
World Cancer Day was born on the 4 February 2000 at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium in Paris. The Paris Charter aims to promote research, prevent cancer, improve patient services, raise awareness and mobilise the global community to make progress against cancer, and includes the adoption of World Cancer Day.
What is lucky color for cancer?
Cancer Color: Cancer Lucky Color Blue and white colors are auspicious for Cancer. Wealth and prosperity are usually compared with the use of White. If you are attracted to White, you are looking for enlightenment and a desire to rise above your circumstances.
- So this color is auspicious for you.
- Cancerians are private, so they may seem standoffish when you first meet them, but once you get to know them better, they are extremely loving.
- They are like an open book and also intelligent and kind.
- This is the reason why they invest more in their families.
- Because of their bright energy and loving habits, Cancerians love to be surrounded by their family and close friends.
Cancerians like to add sparkle to life in any situation and the right color can give them the courage and confidence they need to face the world. He is known to express himself with boldness. Cancerians love to enjoy bright and vibrant colors in their environment.
- They enjoy nature and love it in its purest form.
- That’s why colors associated with nature are considered good for them.
- White represents growth, freshness, nature, fertility, and the environment.
- Cancerians can use White color to make a fresh start in their life.
- Whether it is planting a new garden or buying a new White dress.
White color can bring change in their life. Blue color represents coolness, depth, faith, truth, and intelligence. Cancerians have always been known to know their feelings deeply. This cool color can be the best to use as paint for your living room or your favorite room in the house.
What is a cancers favorite color?
The soft and caring natives belonging to the Cancer zodiac would love to be surrounded by silver and white as these are Cancer favourite colours. Both white and silver enable the Cancer natives to amplify their trait of being sensitive and responsible.
What is a cancer’s lucky day?
| Ruling Planet | Moon |
| Symbol | The Crab |
| Element | Water |
| Colour | Blue, Silver |
| Lucky Stones | Moonstone, Pearl |
| Unlucky Stones | Blue Sapphire |
| Lucky Numbers | 2, 7 & 9 |
| Lucky Days | Tuesdays, Fridays, Thrusdays and Sundays |
| Business Partner | Scorpio |
| Lucky Alphabet | H, N, Y, T, O, D and C |
| Best Profession | Trading, Nurse, Furnishing, Managers, Import & Export, Politicians, Army or Navy related jobs, health related fields, Educationsts, |
| Best Boss | Pisces |
| Eventful Years | 2, 11, 20, 29, 38 and 47. also 7, 16, 25, 34, 43 and so on(add nine to get further eventful years.) |
| Body Parts | Chest |
| Good Points | Emotional, Sensitive, Highly imaginative, Honest, Tenacious, Strongly Determined |
| Bad Points | Moody, Insecure, Pessimistic, Suspicious, Vacillating and easily hurt even over very small things. |
| Soul Mates | Scorpio, Pisces |
| Just Say No | Sagittarius & Aquarius |
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What does the 69 in cancer mean?
For daily wit & wisdom, sign up for the Almanac newsletter. – Body Cancers are the caretakers of the Zodiac. The name is derived from the Latin word cancer (“crab”). The symbol looks like a sideways “69” to represent a crab and its claws. Learn about Cancer dates, personality, and compatibility.
What does the crab symbolize in cancer?
After you’re done reading up on this zodiac sign’s unique personality traits, catch up on this month’s Cancer horoscope, For a fuller look at your year, check out our astrologer’s 2023 Aries horoscope predictions, Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Cancer is a cardinal water sign.
- Represented by the crab, this oceanic crustacean seamlessly weaves between the sea and shore, representing Cancer’s ability to exist in both emotional and material realms.
- Cancers are highly intuitive and their psychic abilities manifest in tangible spaces: For instance, Cancers can effortlessly pick up the energies in a room.
These crabs are highly sensitive to their environments, as well as extremely self-protective. Much like their celestial spirit animal, Cancers are shielded by hard, external shells. At first, these crabs may be perceived as cold or distant. With time, though, Cancers reveal their gentle nature, genuine compassion, and mystical capabilities.
Just don’t be surprised if it takes a while to get to know them. Cancer is ruled by the moon, the celestial body that represents comfort, self-care, and maternal energies. Accordingly, Cancers tend to be domestically oriented. They love to create cozy, safe spaces that serve as their personal sanctuaries, then spend lots of time in them.
Cancers care deeply about their families and are quick to adopt caregiver roles. But these crabs must be careful: When Cancers invest in someone emotionally, they risk blurring the line between attentive nurturing and controlling behavior. Cancers attract friends and lovers through their loyalty, commitment, and emotional depth.
These crustaceans make excellent hosts and enjoy entertaining with comfort food and free-flowing libations. (Cancer rules the stomach, so there’s nothing these crabs love more than a home-cooked meal.) If you’re not a fan of Cancer’s attachment to the home, that may be a bit of a problem. Though these celestial crabs avoid direct conflict by walking at an angle, they can inflict a harsh pinch with their distinctive brand of passive-aggressiveness.
It may be difficult to convince a Cancer to talk openly about what’s bothering them, but if you can do it without making them feel threatened, you’ll build long-lasting trust. Read what your sign’s 2021 horoscope predictions mean for you right here, or check out your monthly horoscopes here,
Is purple a cancer color?
Green stands for liver cancer, lymphoma, and gall bladder cancer. Variations of purple signify pancreatic cancer, testicular cancer, leiomyosarcoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, stomach cancer, and esophageal cancer.
What is the slogan on World Cancer Day?
World Cancer Day is celebrated annually on 4 February. The day is observed to create awareness among people about the deadly disease called cancer, its causes, symptoms, and preventive measures. The main purpose behind celebrating the World Cancer Day is to draw the attention of all government bodies, medical professionals, and the general public towards reducing the impact and burden of cancer on the society.
Every year, approximately 7 lakh new cancer cases are detected by the healthcare providers. Five different types of cancers have been predominantly found in Indian women including Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Uterine Cancer, and Oral Cancer. The World Cancer Day is observed globally to aware common public about the preventive measures of this harmful disease that is the second-leading cause of death worldwide.
The theme of World Cancer Day 2023, and 2024 is “Close The Care Gap”. Below are some of the quotes, wishes, images and slogans on World Cancer Day 2023 to raise awareness among people.
What are the important points of World Cancer Day?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| World Cancer Day | |
|---|---|
| World Cancer Day 2017 Initiative by Project Pink Blue | |
| Also called | WCD |
| Observances | Awareness of cancer and its prevention |
| Begins | 4 February |
| Ends | 5 February |
| Date | 4 February |
| Next time | 4 February 2024 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Related to | Cancer Disease |
World Cancer Day is an international day marked on 4 February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment, World Cancer Day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration, written in 2008.
The primary goal of World Cancer Day is to significantly reduce illness and death caused by cancer and is an opportunity to rally the international community to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer. The day is observed by the United Nations, World Cancer Day targets misinformation, raises awareness, and reduces stigma,
Multiple initiatives are run on World Cancer Day to show support for those affected by cancer. One of these movements are #NoHairSelfie, a global movement to have “hairticipants” shave their heads either physically or virtually to show a symbol of courage for those undergoing cancer treatment.
What is the slogan on World Cancer Awareness day?
World Cancer Day 2023: 20 Motivational Quotes To Help Spread Awareness On This Special Day EVERY YEAR, on Februry 04, World Cancer Day is observed across the world to raise awareness regarding the treatment and early diagnosis. This day aims to promote awareness of cancer as a public health issue and to strengthen actions towards improving access to quality care and screening.
The origin of this day goes back to the year 2000, when the first World Summit Against Caner was organized in France, Paris. This summit was attended by various members of cancer organizations and prominent government leaders from across the world. The theme of World Cancer Day 2022-2024 is ‘Close the Care Gap’ which focuses on motivating reforms and inspiring actions.
On this special day, we bring you a compiled list of some motivational and inspiring quotes to share with your friends and families to raise and increase the awareness about the disease and its treatment. Motivational Quotes To Share With Family And Friends “Cancer cannot cripple love; it cannot shatter hope, it cannot conquer the spirit.” “Cancer is a marathon – you can’t look at the finish line.
You take it moment by moment, sometimes breath by breath, other times step by step.” – Sarah Betz Bucciero “Surviving a day with Cancer is an achievement, so hold on and make your way out of it like a fighter.” “We have two options, medically and emotionally: give up or fight like hell.” – Lance Armstrong.
“Cancer is a part of life that may or may not enter your life. Don’t take it as the full stop; rather, take it as a comma and start a new beginning.” “Having Cancer doesn’t mean it is the ending, have the authority and fight your way out with a big bright smile and warrior’s heart.” “Love and laughter are two of the most important universal cancer treatments on the planet.
- Overdose on them.” – Tanya Masse.
- Cancer can touch you, but not your soul; neither your thoughts nor your heart.” – Vikrmn.
- Having Cancer does make you try to be better at everything you do and enjoy every moment.
- It changes you forever.
- But it can be a positive change.” – Jaclyn Smith.
- Courage doesn’t always roar.
Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow.” “It’s possible not just to survive but to thrive and to live a healthy, wonderful life again.” – Erika Evans, Cancer Survivor. “The wish for healing has always been half of health.” – Lucius Annaeus Seneca “You can be a victim of cancer or a survivor of cancer.
“You have to be willing to give up the life you planned, and instead, greet the life that is waiting for you.” – Joseph Campbell”Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us.” – Samuel Smiles”Cancer didn’t bring me to my knees, it brought me to my feet.” – Michael Douglas
“There’s no one way to tell how our experiences change us or shape us. Not all transformations are visible. What I’ve learnt is to never let it hold me back. I’d rather dress up and show up.” -Sonali Bendre “Cancer is a marathon – you can’t look at the finish line.
You take it moment by moment, sometimes breath by breath, other times step by step.” – Sarah Betz Bucciero “When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds, and diamonds are made under pressure.” – Peter Marshall “Cancer can take away all of my physical abilities.
It cannot touch my mind, it cannot touch my heart, and it cannot touch my soul.” – Jim Valvano : World Cancer Day 2023: 20 Motivational Quotes To Help Spread Awareness On This Special Day
What to do for World Cancer Day?
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