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.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

“Paint the Town Pink” is a kickoff celebration starting a year-long awareness campaign. “It’s been great,” said Lisa Herkenrath, a volunteer at the American Cancer Society. “I’ve had ...

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 ...

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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In South Africa, the number of cases of ovarian cancer is predicted to rise by a staggering 72.9% by 2050, underscoring the pressing need for greater awareness among women and clinicians ...

HPV vaccination can drastically reduce cervical cancer risk Regular screenings like Pap smears detect early changes in the cervix Access to healthcare and awareness campaigns are critical to ...

World Cancer Day, observed on Tuesday, is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of all forms of this devastating disease. It is estimated that more than three million people in the UK ...

RICHMOND, Va. — A woman diagnosed with cancer said she has a "crystal-clear vision" of her future thanks in part to a new window and door donated by Renewal by Andersen of Central Virginia.