National Cancer Awareness Day 2022

In India, November 7 is recognised as National Cancer Awareness Day.

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The day emphasises the need of raising public awareness of cancer prevention and early detection.

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In September 2014, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, the then-Union health minister, first declared and marked National Cancer Awareness Day.

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On National Cancer Awareness Day, citizens are urged to visit government clinics, CGHS, and government hospitals for a free screening.

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Numerous organizations and enthusiasts of cancer prevention also hand out information pamphlets to raise awareness about preventing cancer and looking for indicators of the disease.

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The most effective method to mark National Cancer Awareness Day may be to share your knowledge with others.

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