NGÀY THẾ GIỚI PHÒNG CHỐNG UNG THƯ 4/2: NÂNG CAO NHẬN THỨC – CHỦ ĐỘNG PHÒNG NGỪA VÀ TẦM SOÁT SỚM

WORLD CANCER DAY (FEBRUARY 4): RAISING AWARENESS – TAKING ACTION FOR PREVENTION AND EARLY DETECTION

Every year on February 4, the World Health Organization (WHO) marks World Cancer Day, an important occasion for communities worldwide to raise awareness about cancer, encourage prevention, promote early detection, and support timely treatment. This global campaign aims to reduce the burden of cancer and improve health outcomes for millions of people.

Cancer is a group of diseases that occur when cells in the body undergo abnormal changes and grow uncontrollably, no longer following the body’s natural cell death process. These abnormal cells can invade healthy tissues and may spread to other organs (metastasis). One of the most concerning issues is that many cancers in their early stages show little to no obvious symptoms, causing patients to overlook warning signs and only discover the disease when it has reached an advanced stage.

According to the WHO, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with approximately 20 million new cases and nearly 9.7 million deaths each year. However, the WHO also emphasizes that around 30–50% of cancers can be prevented through effective risk factor control and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Effective Measures to Prevent Cancer

Healthcare experts recommend that individuals take proactive steps to protect their health by adopting simple yet sustainable habits, including:

• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption
• Maintain a healthy diet, increase intake of fruits and vegetables, and reduce processed foods
• Stay physically active and maintain a healthy weight
• Avoid excessive UV exposure, use sunscreen, and wear sun-protective clothing
• Minimize exposure to air pollution and harmful chemicals
• Get vaccinated against Hepatitis B and HPV
• Schedule regular health check-ups and undergo early cancer screening

Among these, regular health check-ups and early cancer screening play a crucial role in detecting cancer at an early stage, improving treatment effectiveness, reducing mortality risk, and supporting the global effort to lessen the burden of cancer.

Encouraging Cancer Screening for Better Health Protection

Early screening not only helps identify abnormal signs before the disease progresses but also improves quality of life and reduces long-term treatment costs. Therefore, individuals are strongly encouraged to choose reputable healthcare facilities equipped with modern medical technology for routine check-ups and cancer screening.

If you are interested in general health check-ups or early cancer screening, visiting a trusted medical facility is highly recommended. The TNH Hospital System is also one of the reliable options for you and your family.

Spring 2026 Promotion Program at TNH Hospital System

In order to support the community in health protection and early disease prevention, the Spring 2026 Promotion Program at the TNH Hospital System will run until March 31, 2026, offering attractive benefits:

• 20% off all health check-up packages (discount up to 1.5 million VND)
• An additional 2% discount for customers who register and make payment in advance
• Applicable with Health Insurance (BHYT) and Cashless Insurance Guarantee

For consultation and appointment booking, please contact 1900 8035 today.