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FEBRUARY 4 – World Cancer Day is a global initiative to unite communities around the world in the fight against cancer. It is celebrated on February 4 each year to prevent preventable deaths through early detection and to increase awareness of the issue among individuals, their families and communities.
This year, the International Union Against Cancer (UICC) has introduced a theme that will be used for three years from 2019 to 2021, namely: "I am and I want." ("Saya Akan dan Saya Boleh . ")
This theme allows individuals to express their commitments by taking action to defeat cancer. Every Malaysian has the power to reduce the effects of cancer for himself, his loved ones and his communities.
Currently, cancer is the second leading cause of death among Malaysians. The three most common cancers among men in Malaysia were colorectal (16.4%), lung (15.8%) and nasopharynx (8.1%); while the three most common cancers among women were bad (32.1%), colorectal (10.7%) and cervix (7.7%). This is expected to increase in the near future, due to the high prevalence of noncommunicable disease (NCD) risk factors and the aging of the population.
A key aspect to highlight in cancer prevention and control is the importance of early detection. It is estimated that in Malaysia, 60% of cancers are detected at an advanced stage (stages III and IV). Lack of awareness of the importance of screening and early detection among Malaysians is one of the major factors behind late detection.
The Ministry of Health of Malaysia (MS) is screening for four types of cancer – bad, cervical, colorectal and oral cancers – in public health clinics across the country. Screening for specific cancers such as liver, prostate and nasopharynx in high-risk individuals is available at MOH hospitals.
Skim Peduli Sihat for the B40 group (PeKa B40 program), to be implemented in March, provides medical screening services, medical aid, incentives for cancer treatment and support for transport fares. While the national protection program mySalam was set up to help the B40 group by providing medical protection in the form of financial badistance in case of emergency or 36 serious diseases, including cancer. The government has put in place these two programs to expand access to essential health services, reduce the cost of treatment and improve the quality of life of the B40 group.
Let's work together to increase awareness and understanding of the importance of screening and recognizing early signs and symptoms of cancer. We need to dispel myths, misinformation and misunderstandings among Malaysians who are reluctant to screen or those who choose to delay early treatment, and who rely on treatments and treatments that are not effective. not yet proven.
On the occasion of World Cancer Day 2019, the Ministry of Health, non-governmental organizations, badociations and cancer patient support groups have planned various activities that will be held nationally all levels. It is everyone's responsibility to play their part in reducing the burden of cancer in the country.
Click here to view the 2019 cancer fact sheet: http://mrem.bernama.com/pdf/Cancer%20Factsheet%202019,%20FINAL-compressed.pdf
* Statement to the press of the Minister of Health, Datuk Seri, Dzulkefly Ahmad.
** This is the personal opinion of the author or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Courier.
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