World Cancer Day Observed on 4 February 2025.

Important Days | Dated: 05 Feb 2025

World Cancer Day (WCD) is observed annually on February 4 worldwide to raise awareness about cancer-related issues and promote efforts in prevention, early detection, and treatment.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The campaign theme for WCD 2025-2027 is "United by Unique," highlighting the significance of personalized, patient-centered care in the fight against cancer.
  • - On February 4, 1999, the 'Charter of Paris', consisting of 10 articles, was adopted at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium in Paris, France.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Under Article X, WCD was officially designated to be observed annually on February 4.
  • (ii) The first-ever WCD was observed on February 4, 2000.
  • (iii) February 4, 2025, marks 25 years since the signing of the Charter of Paris Against Cancer.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When was World Cancer Day (WCD) recently observed in 2025?

Correct Answer: February 4

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About Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)

  • CEO : Dr Cary Adams
  • Headquarters : Geneva, Switzerland