World Cancer Day - February 4
Tue, Feb 4, 2025

World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day is an annual global holiday created to raise awareness about cancer. In the field of oncology, research is constantly being conducted to develop super-effective drugs that can cure any patient. Celebrated on February 4th.

History

The history of the holiday begins with the creation in 1993 of the international organization UICC, which actively worked on the study of oncological diseases and developed methods to combat them. Under the auspices of this union, the idea of celebrating World Cancer Day was immediately proposed. People should know more about oncology and prevention methods.

The holiday received official status in 2000 at the first World Summit dedicated to the problem of fighting cancer. It discussed the current measures taken to eradicate oncology in society, new approaches to solving the problem, and prospects for their implementation.

During the celebration of World Cancer Day, numerous events and charity activities are held to raise money for people in need of treatment. Patients must understand that they are not alone, and a cure is quite possible. Only by joint efforts can we defeat the problem of oncology!

Interesting facts

  • The exact cause of cancer has not yet been determined. It is known that the likelihood of disease is increased by carcinogens (oil products, smoke from factories, and even food with chemical additives).
  • Oncology begins as a mutation in a single cell in the body. The disease progresses over time, and new symptoms appear.
  • Cancer has several stages. The disease is considered completely curable at stage 1. At stages 2 and 3, there is also a chance of a cure. At stage 4, the disease is usually incurable.

How to celebrate

Do not turn away from your friends if one of them suffers from oncology. Take an active part in charity events on World Cancer Day. Thus, you can help save a human life. Attend lectures and seminars to learn more about the disease and how to prevent it.

Share information about the holiday on social networks. Let more people know about it and the problem of oncology.

When is World Cancer Day in 2025?

World Cancer Day is observed on February 4 each year.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Tuesday February 4 2025
Wednesday February 4 2026
Thursday February 4 2027
Friday February 4 2028
Saturday February 4 2029