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Partner With India To Make World Healthier Place: Health Minister In Davos
Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday invited global leaders to partner with India to make the world a healthier place and said the government is institutionalising medical tourism through a new 'Heal In India' initiative.
Govt needs to complement intent with concrete roadmap to boost tourism
In order to attract more international tourists, India must increase investment and leverage public-private partnership models in healthcare at a faster pace.
Medical tourism is an emerging trend that needs a lot of care and thought. Tourism Fiji Chief Executive Officer Brent Hill made these comments as Minister for Health and Medical Services Dr Atonia Lalabalavu.
Q1. Across the globe, which is the most common type of cancer that kills men.
Lung Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Penile Cancer
Oral Cancer
Q2. Worldwide, which is the most common cancer that kills women.
Stomach Cancer
Skin Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Breast Cancer
Answers to all these questions are given at the end of this email.
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Upcoming Days
🌎 9th February, National Toothache Day
A toothache can make us miserable, making it difficult to eat, sleep, or sometimes even talk. It’s safe to say, toothaches are never pleasant and not really something to celebrate.
🇨🇲 11th February, Youth Day - Cameroon
Youth Day in Cameroon on February 11 is observed by children and youth from the country's 10 regions. This commemoration emphasizes this new generation's ability and commitment to contribute to the creation of a prosperous and stable tomorrow.
🇯🇵 11th February, National Foundation Day - Japan
National Foundation Day is an annual public holiday in Japan on 11 February, celebrating the foundation of Japan, enforced by a specific Cabinet Order set in 1966.
🇲🇲 12th February, Union Day - Myanmar
Union Day in Myanmar on 12 February is a national holiday. The holiday commemorates the signing and passage of the Panglong Agreement, which united Burma in 1947.
🌎 15th February, International Childhood Cancer Day
Day is observed on February 15 every year and all over the world. The day raises awareness of childhood cancer and honors all the children and families experiencing the effects of the disease. It acknowledges their pain and difficulties, giving them space to process and grieve.
🇦🇫 15th February, Liberation Day - Afghanistan
Liberation Day in Afghanistan is celebrated on February 15 every year to commemorate the final departure of the Soviet army from the country on the same date in 1989. The Soviet-Afghan war was fought for nearly 10 years, and close to 2 million Afghani civilians were killed in the conflict.
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Answers of the Quiz
Ans 1 : (a) Lung Cancer
The most common type of cancer that kills men is lung cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the top five most common types of cancer that kill men are, in order of frequency, lung cancer, stomach cancer, liver cancer, colorectal cancer, and esophageal cancer.
Ans 2 : (d) Breast Cancer
According to WHO statistics, the most common type of cancer that kills women worldwide is breast cancer. The five most common cancers that kill women are, in order of frequency, breast cancer, lung cancer, stomach cancer, colorectal cancer, and cervical cancer. In some developing countries cervical cancer is the most common cancer found in women.
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