Global Cancer Burden Infographics

In collaboration wih David McCandless from Information is beautiful, we have created a series of infographics to illustrate the global cancer burden in a visually engagin

The infographics cover:

The global economic cancer burden
Cancer prevention: Tips to reduce your cancer risk
Cancer mortality compared to other diseases
Health inequalities: Income level influences 5 year survival rates
Race for life: Incidence and mortal in the developing and developed world

We encourage everyone to share these on your website, social media and traditional media communications channels to support and raise the profile of World Cancer Day.

Sample tweets relevant to the infographics.

Did you know that cancer costs the world’s economy more than any other disease? Check this out [insert link] #worldcancerday
Did you know that 1 in 3 cancer cases can be prevented. See how [insert link] #worldcancerday
Did you know that cancer kills more people than HIV/AIDS, malaria and TB combined? Check this out [insert link] #worldcancerday
Did you know that where you live matters when it comes to cancer? Take a look [insert link] #worldcancerday
Did you know that 60% of breast cancer deaths occur in developing countries. More astonishing stats here: [insert link] #worldcancerday

You can use the infographics in a variety of fomats - all available for download below.

Note: if you could like to translate any of the inforgraphics into your local language contact us for the design files.