4 February
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The day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and was established in the year 2000.
Cancer touches millions of lives in countless ways but it doesn't define who we are. We are more than a disease, more than a statistic. The new World Cancer Day campaign 2025-27 “United by Unique” places people at the centre of care and will explore new ways of making a difference. It offers a three- year journey from raising awareness to taking action.
get involved?
Share your story
Share your personal cancer story through text, video or artwork.
Upside down challenge
A creative online or in-person challenge to get the world talking.
Download materials
Spread the word with social media images in several languages.
Customise your poster
Add your own message and image to a World Cancer Day poster.
Join the action
Find an event near you on the Map of Activities or add your own!
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