The mere thought of a cancer diagnosis causes great fear for many, although even 40% cancer can be prevented by living a healthier lifestyle, and if detected at an early stage, cancer is usually curable. However, most people have very little knowledge about cancer and its treatment, so the possibility of oncological diseases scares the public. The European Union (EU) mission to fight cancer will invite residents to learn more about this insidious disease through a special “consultation cabinet” traveling through Lithuania: scientists, doctors and patients themselves will share knowledge and advice in live meetings.
The EU is consistently working to support Member States in the fight against cancer, primarily through research and innovation. These special presentations by the EU’s anti-cancer mission will raise public awareness of the many dreaded cancers, their prevention, regular screening and early diagnosis, with the aim of making any encounter with this topic a little more positive.
“Thinking about cancer, learning about cancer, and even facing cancer can be scary. The thought of a diagnosis is scary enough, but it can be even scarier when a loved one is struggling with the disease in any form. In the face of fear, we sometimes choose denial: we turn away, we delay, we pretend that there is no risk. Prevention is the most effective cancer control strategy. Healthy habits can help prevent cancer, which affects not only the sufferers, but also their loved ones. Early detection of cancer can be of real importance, as it will increase the success of treatment and save lives,” says Sonata Jarmalaitė, deputy director of the National Cancer Institute.
Calls for a change in attitude towards cancer
The EU’s anti-cancer mission aims to arouse people’s curiosity and encourage them to do more research, as the topic of cancer is still a taboo for a large part of society.
The campaign invites residents to learn about the tools that help fight cancer, as well as the research into new solutions that is happening faster than ever across the EU and gives you peace of mind that we are better equipped to fight this disease.
“You need to look at your habits and understand simple lifestyle changes that can help reduce your risk of getting cancer. Also understand the importance of screening and the possibilities of modern treatment. Progress in the fight against cancer is fast, and it is happening thanks to EU-funded scientific research that helps to develop more effective diagnostic and treatment tools, and improves the quality of life and work of patients, survivors and their relatives”, says Joanna Drake, Head of the EU Cancer Mission.
Invites to talk informally
Early diagnosis can change the prognosis and outcome of cancer, which is why the Cancer Mission calls for participation in screening programs and preventing cancer from changing your normal life.
Residents are invited to learn more about cancer research, prevention, diagnostics and innovations in treatment during the interviews with specialists gathered for this campaign in Lithuania in May-June. The talks will be free, informal and anonymous. Interactive games will be prepared for children, with the help of which children will be able to understand how malignant cells that turn into cancer spread.
This interactive “consultation office” will come to events in Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai and Alytus:
May 9 in Vilnius, during Europe Day in Vincos Kudirka Square,
May 19 Klaipėda, Atgimimo Square,
May 23-25 Kaunas, Town Hall Square,
May 30 in Šiauliai,
June 14-16 in Alytus.
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