2 min read
The number of cancer cases in Africa has doubled in the past 20 years, the Regional Director of the
Ms Moeti in a message to commemorate the World Cancer Day (WCD) said new cancer cases in the region has increased from 338,000 cases reported in 2002 to almost 846,000 cases in 2020.
“Over the past 20 years, new cancer cases have more than doubled in the African Region, from 338,000 cases reported in 2002 to almost 846,000 cases in 2020,” Ms Moeti said.
She said the most common forms of cancer ravaging the region include breast, cervix, prostate, bowel, colon, rectum and liver.
“The risk factors include older age and family history, use of tobacco and alcohol, a diet high in sugar, salt and fat, physical inactivity, being overweight, and exposure to specific chemicals, among others,” she said.
Tibet Post International Where is Tibet located on a map?
Latest News
Tibetan women are ready to start march from Mcleod Ganj to Kachari,Dharamshala, on March 12, 2021. Photo: TPI/Yangchen Dolma 12-25-20 00:00:00 06-27-20 11:39:59
Tsetan Norbu, President of National Democratic Party of Tibet (NDPT). Photo: TPI/Aashna Thakur
Latest Impact
Ian Hickie, a Professor of Psychiatry in Sydney, speaking by from Australia during the dialogue with His Holiness the Dalai Lama at his residence in Dharamsala, HP, India on November 19, 2020. Photo by Ven Tenzin Jamphel/OHHDL 11-20-20 17:00:30 10-15-20 22:03:02 08-26-20 21:23:11
Weenee Ng of the Tibetan Buddhist Centre Singapore, welcoming His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the start of the dialogue with young people from South-east Asia at his residence in Dharamsala, HP, India on June 7, 2020. Photo: Ven Tenzin Jamphel
Full impact of COVID-19 pandemic on cancer treatment unknown, according to GlobalData
World Cancer Day (4 February 2021) is aiming to address systemic weaknesses exacerbated by pandemic
It is still too early to assess the full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on both cancer treatment and development, according to GlobalData.
Although there are still many unknowns in relation to the effect of the pandemic on cancer treatment and research, a number of barriers have arisen for patients seeking treatment and care for cancer.
In addition, oncology clinical disruptions continue, with approximately 275 out of 1,000 of these trials (25%) still currently suspended.
On top of that, only 296 out of the 933 oncology trials (32%) that were previously suspended have now resumed operations.
World Cancer Day 2021: Facts, history and significance of the deadly disease
India
Published: Thursday, February 4, 2021, 8:43 [IST]
New Delhi, Feb 04: In a bid to spread awareness, World Cancer Day is observed to inspire change and reduce the global impact of cancer. It can be seen that the day is celebrated every year on 4 February, and hence marking the ultimate year of the I Am and I Will campaign which began in 2019.
World Cancer Day 2021: To achieve a healthier and brighter cancer-free world | Oneindia News
With just few clicks away from misleading, the aim to observe World Cancer Day is to reduce misconceptions about cancer and to help people in getting the right information on the same. It also offers a chance to make an impact in the betterment of the life of cancer patients and survivors.
Author: Prof Vikash Sewram - African Cancer Institute
Published: 04/02/2021
World Cancer Day, spearheaded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), is commemorated on 4 February each year and is a unifying initiative bringing the global community together to elevate the profile of cancer in a positive and encouraging way. The 2021 theme,
“I am and I will , encapsulates the extraordinary spirit and strength of those working in the cancer community. Cancer continues to have a significant impact on people s lives. As we commemorate this day, let us remember and recognise that the continued battle against cancer is not a singular effort. A consolidated response is crucial to achieve victory. Everyone can play a part in ensuring our success.