Did you know that 50% of the world's population doesn’t have access to the full range of essential health services? Even when it comes to cancer treatment - which is extremely advanced thanks to modern medicine - the majority of us are lacking basic care.
That’s why this World Cancer Day 2023, the theme is ‘Close The Care Gap’. Carry on reading to find out how you can get involved and help raise awareness this Saturday, 4 February…
Donate
Amidst the cost of living crisis we know there’s not a lot of spare change bobbing about but if you have any money you could donate, then click here. Funds will go towards improving training opportunities for healthcare workers in low and middle income countries.
Raise awareness
Download awareness posters for World Cancer Day and put them up around your practice so colleagues and patients can get involved.
5K challenge
Gather your friends and get those legs moving to raise some money for World Cancer Day! Once you’ve tracked your run/walk/hike, don’t forget to share it on social media and tag other people you think should get involved.
Education is key
Take the time to find out how cancer affects us all and the key issues we need to tackle, including:
Equity in access to cancer care
Prevention and risk reduction
Awareness, understanding, myths and misinformation
Government action and accountability
Mental and emotional impact of cancer
Reducing the skills gap
Take this quiz to test your knowledge!
Write to your local government
Write to your local government about closing the gap in cancer care using this template as a guide.
Via social media
Use the hashtags #CloseTheCareGap and #WorldCancerDay on your social media along with something insightful you’ve learned about the skills gap and why it's an important issue.
Organise an event
This can be anything from a seminar, to a fun run - just remember to register your event and spread the word on socials!
MCM Medical stands in full support of closing the care gap and will continue to raise awareness around improving access to cancer treatment.
Looking to fill nursing gaps in your practice? Get in touch on 0203 929 4010 today.
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