International Union Against Cancer
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The International Union Against Cancer (UICC) is an organization dedicated to increasing global awareness of cancer. The UICC coordinates World Cancer Day, an annual observance on February 4 that aims to raise awareness and promote the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
Despite advancements, cancer diagnoses and deaths continue to rise globally. However, the World Health Organization estimates that up to 40 percent of cancer deaths are preventable. World Cancer Day serves as a platform for the UICC to launch new themes and initiatives for its year-round World Cancer Campaign, partnering with health institutions to promote education and awareness, particularly in less-developed countries where cancer care resources are often limited.1
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