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World No Tobacco Day 2022

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Every year on  May 31st ,  World No Tobacco Day  is observed across the world. This annual event  educates the public about the dangers of smoking  and the commercial tactics of cigarette firms. The  World Health Organization (WHO)  is battling tobacco smoking and educating people about what they can do to assert their right to health and a healthy lifestyle while also protecting future generations. When was World No Tobacco Day declared? Every year on   May 31 ,  World No Tobacco Day  is commemorated. It was designed to raise awareness about the dangers and health concerns of smoking tobacco and, in the end, to encourage people all over the world to cease using tobacco. World No Tobacco Day was established by the World Health Organization in 1987  to draw attention to the widespread use of tobacco and the needless death and disease it causes. Governments, schools, public health groups, smokers, producers have all worked together to make this day a success across the world. History of 

WORLD CANCER DAY 2022

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 There are certain diseases that can give one jitters, CANCER is one of them. It is one of the most dreadful disease of mankind and one for which still no absolute cure has been found. There are many myths and misunderstanding about the disease too. Cancer is not always lethal as it is commonly believed to be. Let’s understand some of the facts related to the disease. About World Cancer Day  World Cancer Day is an initiative of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) organized every year on 4th February with the aim of creating global awareness about Cancer, its prevention and cure. The World Cancer Day theme for 2022 is “Close the Care Gap” with the motto that everyone should have access to the cancer care. Every one of us can make a difference, so let’s join hands to reduce the impact of cancer and see how we can contribute for preventing Cancer! #CloseTheCareGap #WorldCancerDay Do you know? · Around 10 million people die of Cancer every year  · According to Medical news To