An International day marked each year on the 4th of February. It’s purpose is to raise awareness of cancer, and to encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. It also attempts to target misinformation about cancer, and it’s attached stigmas.
The movement started in 2000, at the World Cancer Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium, in Paris.
Each year, more than 900 activities take place in over 100 countries, and, in recent years, cities have begun showing support by lighting important landmarks in orange and blue. In 2019, 55 landmarks throughout 37 cities participated.
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