World Cancer Day: We can, I can

Cancer patient

Regular tests are necessary for early detection of cancer Source: Getty

Sunday, February 4th is World Cancer Day, when organizations and individuals around the world unite to raise awareness about cancer and work to make it a global health priority. This year, it’s estimated that nearly 8 million people worldwide will die from cancer.


Dr Ashraf Farah explains what causes cancer and what we can do to protect ourselves from the risks.


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