International Childhood Cancer Day

International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) is observed on February 15 across the globe. The day was created by the Childhood Cancer International, an umbrella organisation of various child cancer support groups created by parents.

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International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) is observed on February 15 across the globe. The day was created by the Childhood Cancer International, an umbrella organisation of various child cancer support groups created by parents. The day is dedicated to raising awareness and showing support for children and adolescents suffering from cancer. Despite all the advancements in science, childhood cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease among children.

 The theme for the three-year campaign is ‘Better Survival’. 

Childhood Cancer International was established in 1994. It is the largest patient-support organisation for childhood cancer in the world. The organisation consists of more than 170 different groups, including parent organisations, childhood cancer survivor associations, childhood cancer support groups, and cancer societies. International Childhood Cancer Day was created as an annual event in 2002 by Childhood Cancer International.