KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — Several iconic landmarks throughout Malaysia, together with KL Tower, have been bathed in hues of blue and orange on February 4 to mark World Cancer Day.
The vibrant spectacle served as a logo of international unity in the battle in opposition to most cancers and was organised in collaboration with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM).
“We applaud the participation of these iconic landmarks.
“However, our battle in opposition to most cancers extends past illuminated monuments. It’s crucial to handle the fact of inequities in healthcare entry,” stated NCSM managing director Dr Murallitharan Munisamy.
Aside from KL Tower, different iconic landmarks — Batu Caves, A Famosa Fort, Sunway Pyramid Mall, Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan, Komtar Tower, Petaling Jaya City Council Tower, Padang Ipoh City Council, and The Great Cat of Kuching “Great White” statue additionally joined the luminous show, underscoring their dedication to the trigger.
KL Tower is lit up in blue and orange for World Cancer Day on February 4, 2024. — Picture courtesy of National Cancer Society Malaysia
Dr Murallitharan emphasised the importance of the occasion, revealing that this 12 months marks the conclusion of the “Close the Care Gap” marketing campaign.
“The international initiative, led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), goals to lift consciousness about international most cancers care disparities and advocate for motion to make sure equitable entry to high quality look after all people,” he stated.
While the dazzling show served as a beacon of hope, NCSM highlighted the urgent want for concrete actions to bridge the care hole.
He additionally make clear the continued “Leaving No One Behind: Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Malaysia” programme, which goals to offer 300,000 doses of HPV vaccines to underserved girls and youngsters nationwide.
“Equitable entry to high quality most cancers care just isn’t a privilege, it’s a elementary proper.
A Famosa Fort bathed in the nice and cozy glow of blue and orange, becoming a member of palms to lift consciousness on World Cancer Day on February 4, 2024. — Picture courtesy of National Cancer Society Malaysia
“We echo the UICC’s name to motion and urge all Malaysians to face with us. By advocating for elevated funding in most cancers providers, particularly in areas missing sources, we will make a tangible distinction in the lives of numerous people and households battling most cancers,” he added.
Dr Murallitharan stated that NCSM hopes to rewrite this narrative with its HPV vaccination programme.
He stated that cervical most cancers ranks because the third most typical most cancers amongst Malaysian girls, with over 40 per cent of circumstances recognized at late phases (3 or 4).
“Only about 30 per cent of sufferers survive inside 5 years of analysis.
“Your contribution, irrespective of how small, goes in the direction of supporting outreach packages in low-income communities. Even RM30 goes a great distance in saving ladies,” he stated.
For extra details about the HPV vaccination programme, please go to https://hpv.cancer.org.my/.
