Gandhinagar, Feb 3 || Gujarat has recorded a major achievement in public healthcare by completing large-scale cancer screening across the state over the past four years, strengthening early detection and access to treatment ahead of World Cancer Day. Health department figures show that more than three crore people above the age of 30 have been screened for oral cancer, while over 1.6 crore women have undergone breast cancer screening and more than 82 lakh women have been screened for cervical cancer.
World Cancer Day is observed globally on February 4 each year to raise awareness and encourage action against cancer.
This year's theme, 'United by Unique', highlights the importance of people-centred care and recognises that every individual’s experience with cancer is different. Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide.
As per estimates cited by the National Cancer Institute, more than 14 lakh cancer cases were reported in India in 2025. Globally, nearly one crore people die from cancer every year, reinforcing the importance of prevention, early diagnosis and timely treatment.