2 in 5 Canadians are in risk of diagnosing with cancer
Sept 6, 2025
Global Korean Post
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September is Cancer Awareness Month and a time to come together to support and honour Canadians impacted by this disease.
September 15 also commemorates World Lymphoma Awareness Day.
The month of September commemorates:
- Blood Cancer Awareness Month
- Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month
- Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
- Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
- Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
- Uterine Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada and the numbers speak for themselves. 2 in 5 Canadians are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and approximately 1 in 4 Canadians is expected to die from the disease.
Cancer is a complex disease and we all have a role to play. While some factors are beyond our control, there are steps we can take to lower the risk of developing cancer by leading a healthy lifestyle.
Early detection is also important. Speak to your health care provider and ask when you should be screened for certain cancers.
(from: Public Health Agency of Canada)
