Cancer is a generic term for a large group of diseases characterized by the growth of abnormal cells beyond their usual boundaries that can then invade adjoining parts of the. Each year 4 february is commemorated as world cancer day. À l’approche de la journée mondiale contre le cancer, le centre international de recherche sur le cancer (circ), une agence de l’organisation mondiale de la santé (oms),.
Cancer is a large group of diseases that can start in almost any organ or tissue of the body when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, go beyond their usual boundaries to invade. In the who western pacific region, it is estimated that close to 6.8 million new. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world, particularly in developing countries.
Who fact sheet on cancer providing key facts and information on figures, causes, risk factors, prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, palliative care, who response.