- Every year on November 7, the nation celebrates National Cancer Awareness Day.
- In order to raise awareness of the importance of early detection of this fatal illness, Cancer Awareness Day was established.
- On this day, patients in government hospitals are eligible for free screenings.
- On this day, scientists commemorate the birthday of Madame Curie.
- Madame Curie had a significant role in the battle against cancer.
- The tradition of commemorating this day began in 2014.
- In 1975, the National Cancer Control Program was launched.
