- Cancer is a major public health problem worldwide and is the major leading cause of death in the worldwid.
- A harsh reality is that approximately 10 million people worldwide succumb to cancer each year. The primary cause of death among cancer patients is the proliferation of cancer cells, a phenomenon intricately linked to the factor of "time."
- Cancer mortality is reduced when cases are detected and treated early. There are two components of early detection: early diagnosis and screening.
- When identified early, cancer is more likely to respond to treatment and can result in a greater probability of survival with less morbidity, as well as less expensive treatment.
- Many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated effectively.
