World Cancer Day
Cancer (all types)
Deaths today
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Deaths this year
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Key fact
Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally. At least one-third of common cancers are preventable through diet, exercise, and avoiding tobacco.
Deaths / year
10,000,000
Deaths / day
27,397
Deaths / hour
1,142
Deaths / second
0.32
About this day
World Cancer Day is observed on February 4 each year to raise awareness about cancer and encourage prevention, detection, and treatment. Led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), this day unites governments, organisations, and individuals worldwide in the fight against the disease that kills 10 million people annually.
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Disclaimer: Statistics are based on the latest available WHO and UN data. Actual figures may vary by year and source. This page is intended for awareness and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.