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- Cancer Statistics in WHO South-East Asia Region (2022):
- 2.4 million new cases, including 56,000 children.
- 1.5 million deaths.
- Highest number of cancers of lips and oral cavity, uterine cervix, and childhood cancers among all WHO regions.
- Estimated 85% increase in new cases and deaths by 2050.
- Progress in Cancer Control:
- Six countries have dedicated national plans for cancer control.
- Two countries included cancer in their national NCD (Non-Communicable Diseases) plans.
- Bhutan's Health Flagship project (2020) screened over 90% of the target populations for gastric, cervical, and breast cancer, linking screened positives to diagnosis and treatment.
Question:
1 What is the theme of World Cancer Day 2025?
- A) Close the Care Gap
- B) United by Unique
- C) Beat Cancer Together
- D) Cancer-Free Future