World Cancer Awareness Day is an annual event on February 4th dedicated to increasing awareness of cancer and encouraging its prevention, detection, and treatment.
This day is coordinated by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to highlight the global impact of cancer and to inspire people to take action against it. The day is marked by events around the world, including public awareness campaigns, screenings, and educational activities.
Organizations across the world participate in World Cancer Awareness Day by hosting events and participating in online campaigns to raise awareness about the disease. Some events focus on promoting the early detection of cancer through screenings, while others focus on providing education about the disease.
This list of nonprofits supports the research, prevention, and treatment of all types of cancer. Consider donating with the Groundswell app for World Cancer Awareness Day.
Founded in 1913, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is dedicated to saving lives and creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays. It funds and conducts research, shares expert information, provides services and advocacy, and helps people take action to reduce the risk of cancer and its burden.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting blood cancer. LLS focuses on finding cures and providing access to treatments for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma, and improving the quality of life of patients and their families.
The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to funding research to eliminate childhood cancer. NPCF works to provide access to treatments and to improve the quality of life for children with cancer and their families.
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is the world's oldest and largest myeloma-specific organization. It provides education, advocacy, and support for patients and their families. IMF also funds research to find a cure for myeloma and to improve treatments and quality of life.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a leading children's hospital dedicated to advancing cures and preventing childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. St. Jude is focused on providing the most advanced and compassionate care possible while finding cures through research and treatment.
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for breast cancer through research, education, and advocacy. BCRF funds research to discover new treatments, improve screening and diagnosis, and provide support services for patients and their families.
The Colorectal Cancer Alliance (CCA) is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting those affected by colorectal cancer. CCA provides education, patient support, advocacy, and research to increase awareness, find a cure, and improve the quality of life for those affected by colorectal cancer.
MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world's leading cancer centers and is dedicated to providing the best possible care for patients and their families. MD Anderson is committed to research and education to improve the treatment and prevention of cancer.
The Movember Foundation is a global charity dedicated to changing the face of men's health. The Foundation's mission is to stop men from dying too young and to help them live healthier and happier lives. Movember funds research and supports programs that focus on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for multiple myeloma and improving the quality of life for patients and their families. MMRF funds research to find new treatments and cures, and to better understand the disease.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing research, providing patient support and advocacy, and creating hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. PanCAN funds research and provides resources and tools to help patients and their families through diagnosis and treatment.
ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ending prostate cancer. ZERO funds research to find a cure for prostate cancer provides support and resources for those affected by the disease, and advocates for policy changes to improve prostate cancer care and outcomes.
Cure Childhood Cancer is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to funding research and providing education and support for children and families affected by childhood cancer. Cure Childhood Cancer funds research to find cures and new treatments and provides resources and support for families facing the diagnosis of childhood cancer.
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