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World Cancer Day around the world in 2026
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About World Cancer Day

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Dates of World Cancer Day
2026 InternationalFeb 4
International Wed, Feb 4Observances Holiday
2025 InternationalFeb 4
International Tue, Feb 4Observances Holiday
2024 InternationalFeb 4
International Sun, Feb 4Observances Holiday
2023 InternationalFeb 4
International Sat, Feb 4Observances Holiday
2022 InternationalFeb 4
International Fri, Feb 4Observances Holiday
Summary
World Cancer Day is the one singular initiative under which the entire world can unite together in the fight against the global cancer epidemic.

World Cancer Day every 4 February is the global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

By raising worldwide awareness, improving education and catalysing personal, collective and government action, working together to reimagine a world where millions of preventable cancer deaths are saved and access to life-saving cancer treatment and care is equal for all – no matter who you are or where you live.

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