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What is the World Cancer Declaration?

• Launched in 2006 and revised in 2008, the World Cancer Declaration is a call to action to substantially reduce the global cancer burden by 2020.
• It was developed by international cancer control advocates to bring the cancer crisis to the attention of policymakers worldwide.
• It was unanimously adopted at the World Leader's Summit of policymakers, leaders & health experts during the 2008 World Cancer Congress in Geneva, Switzerland.

Why is it important?

• Cancer kills more people than AIDS, Malaria, and TB combined and the death toll is set to rise dramatically in the coming decades.
• Two-thirds of cancer-related deaths occur in countries where resources available for cancer control are limited or nonexistent.
• Without significant improvement, over 17 million people are projected to succumb from this disease by 2030.
• Many cancers can be prevented - by reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, decreasing exposure to carcinogens, implementing vaccination programmes and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated appropriately.

What are the Declaration Targets?

Target 1. Ensure Effective Delivery Systems in all Countries
Target 2. Significantly Improve Measurement of Cancer Burden
Target 3. Decrease Tobacco, Alcohol Consumption and Obesity
Target 4. Ensure Universal Coverage of the HPV/HBV Vaccine
Target 5. Dispel Damaging Myths and Misconceptions
Target 6. More Cancers Diagnosed via Screening and Early Detection
Target 7. Improve Access to Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care
Target 8. Universal Availability of Effective Pain Control
Target 9. Improve Training Opportunities for Cancer Control Professionals
Target 10. Reduce Emigration of Healthcare Workers Specialized in Cancer
Target 11. Major Improvements in Global Cancer Survival Rates

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