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World Cancer Day 2022

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World Cancer Day 2022
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In 2022, the global cancer community commemorates World Cancer Day, on February 4, with the slogan "Close the care gap". PAHO joins this campaign to call everyone, collectively and individually, to commit to strengthen actions aimed to improve access to quality care, including screening, early detection, treatment and palliative care. Join us to reduce the impact of cancer!

World Cancer Day 2022: Close the care gap

 

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