With half of the working age population projected to develop cancer[1], the workplace is becoming an increasingly important ...

Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise on Friday in commemoration of the 2025 World Cancer Day, Yakub stressed the need for robust insurance coverage and awareness creation to tackle the scourge.

“With a good outcome, cure rate is very high and so is prognosis.” Dr. Murshed said that the most important takeaway from World Cancer Day is raising awareness.

KUWAIT CITY, Feb 2: Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi affirmed on Sunday that the cooperation between Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries during the Gulf Cancer Awareness Week represents a ...

However, studies suggest that nearly half of all cancers are preventable, and with increased awareness, vaccination, and early detection, the burden of cancer can be reduced. The World cancer day ...

In a bid to raise awareness about cancer prevention and early detection, the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) on Thursday held a one-day cancer sensitisation and free screening programme in Edo ...

February is National Cancer Awareness Month. Led by the Department of Health (DoH) in collaboration with local government units, cancer-focused professional societies, and academic institutions, the ...

Community outreach programs and educational seminars, organised by the Ministry of Health and NGOs, like Breast Care International, help spread awareness about cancer prevention and early detection.

KUWAIT CITY, Feb 4: Kuwait joins the world in observing World Cancer Day today, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to raising awareness, supporting cancer patients, and providing advanced medical ...

Mead is also an ambassador for Ovarian Cancer Action. Each year, supporters walk 100km to raise funds for the campaign. Last March, the Arsenal players also took part in that awareness month ...

Cervical cancer, caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), is not hereditary, and HPV infection doesn't always lead to cancer. Pap smears are crucial for early detection, and HPV vaccines can prevent ...

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