Addressing cancer requires coordinated, multidisciplinary efforts across healthcare systems and scientific communities worldwide.

 

World Cancer Day will Draw global attention to the ongoing fight against cancer—one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Observed annually on 4 February, World Cancer Day unites individuals, communities, researchers, clinicians, and policymakers in a shared commitment to reduce the global cancer burden and improve outcomes for patients everywhere.

Aligned with this year’s theme and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), the initiative calls for greater awareness, early detection, equitable access to care, and sustained investment in cancer research and innovation. From prevention and diagnosis to treatment and survivorship, addressing cancer requires coordinated, multidisciplinary efforts across healthcare systems and scientific communities worldwide.

In support of World Cancer Day, selected MDPI journals highlight cutting-edge research across the cancer continuum, including advances in oncology, diagnostics, therapeutics, public health, and patient-centred care. Through curated articles, Special Issues, and expert-led webinars, these journals aim to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration to accelerate progress toward a future where cancer prevention and treatment are accessible, effective, and equitable for all.

In 2026, MDPI is honored to support World Cancer Day through a monthly awareness ries beginning in February. Each session will focus on a key cancer awareness theme, showcasing cutting-edge research and expert insights through specially curated landing pages and a dedicated webinar series. Through this special activity, we aim to sustain engagement and cross-disciplinary collaboration throughout the year. Below is the list of events. You may click on the respective links (updated throughout the year, closer to each event month) to access the individual event pages.

Month	Relevant Cancer Awareness Month
January	Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
February	National Cancer Prevention Month
March	Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
April	Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
May	Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
June	Cancer Survivorship Awareness Month
July	Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month
August	Brain Cancer Awareness Month
September	Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
October	Breast Cancer Awareness Month
November	Lung Cancer Awareness Month
December	Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Keynote Speakers: Dr. Xiang Xue, University of New Mexico, USA Dr. Federico Pio Fabrizio, Kore University of Enna, Italy Dr. Anis Ahmad, University of Miami, USA Dr. Hiroaki Kiyokawa, Northwestern University, USA Register for this webinar for free here!