Tag: cancer ngos
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World Cancer Day: 5 NGOs helping people fight cancer
WORLD Cancer Day shines the light on the importance of learning about this disease which affects millions of people worldwide. World Cancer Day focuses on raising awareness on the disease and how it affects people, informing people about early-detection and screening methods, working together to prevent cancer and ease the suffering of those battling the…
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World Cancer Day: global initiatives by cancer NGOs against a silent killer
CANCER, a formidable adversary that claims millions of lives worldwide each year, has prompted the establishment of various initiatives by cancer NGOs to raise awareness, promote prevention and support those affected by the disease. Among these initiatives, World Cancer Day stands out as a global platform where individuals, communities and organizations such as cancer NGOs…
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Save a life: donate to an NGO for cancer patients
AN NGO for cancer patients addresses the multifaceted challenges that arise during a cancer journey, including medical, emotional, financial, and social aspects. Their contributions are invaluable in enhancing the quality of life for patients and their loved ones. Firstly, an NGO for cancer patients raises awareness about various types of cancer, their early detection, prevention…
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10 cancer care NGOs in India helping the poor
INTERNATIONAL studies estimate that over 10 million people die from cancer every year, and at least one-third of common cancers are preventable. The worrying aspect of cancer deaths is that 70% of them occur in low-to-middle-income countries. India is one of them. A parliamentary panel in 2019 said while 16 lakh new cancer cases are…
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This World Cancer Day, top 5 NGOs providing care
OBSERVING World Cancer Day reminds us that the Emperor of Maladies, as the disease is dubbed, continues to plague us almost 250 years since it was first discovered. This is despite being the top funded disease in terms of research. It is the second leading cause of death globally. But all is not lost. To…