World Cancer Day 2021: World Cancer Day originated at the first World Summit Against Cancer in 2000 held in Paris and was founded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), it is observed every year on 4th February.
The motive of the World Cancer Day is to spread awareness, inspire change and reduce the global impact of cancer.
Considerably, this year marks the ultimate year of the ‘I Am and I Will’ campaign which began in 2019. The main aim to observe World Cancer Day is to reduce misconceptions about cancer and to help people in getting the right information about it. It also offers a chance to make an impact for the betterment of the life of the cancer warriors.
Cancer is known to be the second leading cause of death globally. The top cancers that have been affecting the Indian population are lung, breast, cervical, head and neck and colorectal cancer (CRC). Therefore, it is important for everyone to understand each type of cancer and how it impacts the body.
World Cancer Day 2021 theme: “I AM AND I WILL”
The theme for World Cancer Day 2021 is ‘I Am and I Will.’ It represents an empowering call-to-action urging personal commitment, and also represents the power of action taken now to have a positive impact on the future. It focuses on ‘together, all our actions matter.’
Some inspirational quotes by Cancer Warriors across the world
Stuart Scott
“Working out is my way of saying to cancer, ‘You’re trying to invade my body; you’re trying to take me away from my daughters, but I’m stronger than you. And I’m going to hit harder than you.”
Yuvraj Singh
“Cricket is my life. Before the cancer, I was happy-go-lucky. I used to think about my career and worry about the future. But post it, my thinking has completely changed. I’m happy to eat and breathe normally. I’m happy to have my life back.”
Greg Anderson
“Cancer opens many doors. One of the most important is your heart.”
Manisha Koirala
“I think cancer came into my life as a gift. My vision is sharper, my mind clearer, my perspective realigned. I have succeeded in transforming my passive-aggressive anger and anxiety into more peaceful expressions.”
Sonali Bendre
“There’s no one way to tell how our experiences change us or shape us. Not all transformations are visible. What I’ve learnt is to never let it hold me back. I’d rather dress up and show up!”
