World Cancer Day 2024 being marked today
Pakistan
World Cancer Day 2024 being marked today
ISLAMABAD (APP) – Like other parts of the world, World Cancer Day 2024 is being observed in Pakistan today with an aim to raise awareness about the disease and to encourage its prevention, detection and treatment.
This year’s theme of the day is “Close the Care Gap: Everyone Deserves Access to Cancer Care”. It is part of a three-year long campaign from 2022 to 2024.
This marks the second year in a three-year campaign, emphasising the need for global efforts to address disparities in cancer detection, treatment and support services.
The theme for World Cancer Day 2024 underscores the commitment to creating a more equitable healthcare landscape.
The campaign aims to address disparities in access to cancer care, emphasising the importance of making these services universally accessible.
The day holds immense importance as a global effort to combat cancer. The focus is on promoting prevention, early detection and effective treatment options to improve outcomes for individuals facing cancer.
It serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing battle against the disease and provides a platform to celebrate the triumphs of survivors.
The day encourages collective action to strengthen cancer care, detection, prevention and treatment.
The day mobilises individuals worldwide to participate in various activities and events. Both online and offline initiatives serve as powerful reminders that everyone has a role in reducing the global cancer burden and spreading awareness.
