World Cancer Day: Cancer - Did you know?

The Cancer Association of Zimbabwe joins the international community in commemorating World Cancer Day (WCD), which is commemorated on the 4th of February every year. The theme for this year is “UNITED BY UNIQUE” This theme runs from the year 2025 to 2027 and emphasizes the importance of personalized care and treatments to cater for each individual's unique needs. The uniqueness in how individuals experience cancer calls for an adaptive approach to the fight against cancer. The various cancer experiences across the globe show gaps in cancer care hence the need for united efforts in fighting cancer. It calls upon everyone to act accordingly in the prevention and control of cancer by focusing on reducing various inequalities in cancer care.