National Cancer Awareness Day Nov 7
𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆
𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳
Established by: Government of India (2014)
In Honour of: Marie Curie, Nobel Laureate and pioneer in cancer research.
Objective: To spread awareness about the importance of early detection, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices to fight cancer.
𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲
1.1To educate students about causes, symptoms, and prevention of cancer.
1.2To inspire healthy lifestyle habits and regular health check-ups.
1.3To encourage compassion, care, and support for cancer patients.
1.4To promote volunteerism in cancer awareness campaigns.
𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 1–5)
2.1Storytelling Session: “Fighting the Germ Monsters” – simplified health tale.
2.2Drawing Competition: “Healthy Food, Healthy Life.”
2.3Health Talk: Basics of good food, avoiding junk, and staying active.
2.4Rhymes and Songs: “Eat Well, Live Well.”
2.5Colour Day Activity: Students wear pink to show support for cancer warriors.
𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 6–8)
3.1Poster Making: “Early Detection Saves Lives.”
3.2Awareness Rally: Students carry banners with cancer awareness slogans.
3.3Essay Writing: “The Importance of Regular Health Check-ups.”
3.4Quiz Competition: Facts about cancer, healthy diet, and immunity.
3.5Health Chart Making: Good habits that prevent major diseases.
3.6Role Play: “Healthy vs Unhealthy Lifestyle.”
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 9–12)
4.1Seminar: “Cancer – Causes, Prevention & Treatment Advances.”
4.2Debate: “Is Lifestyle the Key Factor in Cancer Prevention?”
4.3Panel Discussion: Doctors and survivors share experiences.
4.4Documentary Screening: “Voices of Hope – Cancer Survivors.”
4.5Essay Writing: “Together We Can Defeat Cancer.”
4.6Pledge: “I choose health, I choose life.”
𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
5.1Expert Lecture: On cancer biology, diagnostics, and treatment.
5.2Awareness Campaign: Distribute pamphlets in public areas.
5.3Blood Donation Drive: In association with Red Cross Society.
5.4Short Film Contest: “Warriors of Hope.”
5.5Street Play: “Early Check-up – The Life Saver.”
𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
6.1Awareness Workshop: “Cancer Prevention through Education.”
6.2Community Outreach: Conduct screening and counseling camps.
6.3Symposium: “New Frontiers in Cancer Care and Patient Support.”
6.4Case Presentation: Real-life oncology case studies.
6.5Poster Display: “Nurses – The Pillars of Cancer Care.”
𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
7.1Morning Assembly Talk: Importance of early screening.
7.2Pledge Ceremony: “We stand with cancer warriors.”
7.3Health Exhibition: Charts, models, and awareness materials.
7.4Wellness Corner: Display of fruits, herbs, and healthy habits.
7.5Health Walkathon: “Step for Life” campaign around campus.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀
8.1“Pink Ribbon Campaign” – Distribute ribbons to students and staff.
8.2“Adopt a Cancer Patient” Drive – Provide small care kits to local patients.
8.3“Health Pledge Tree” – Each leaf carries one healthy commitment.
8.4“Light of Hope” Candle Event – Honour survivors and remember warriors.
8.5Recognition Initiative:
Institutions can share reports/photos via 📱+91 99443 13953 (WhatsApp)
to receive Appreciation Certificates & Recognition for awareness initiatives.
