The World Health Organization estimates 84 million people will die of cancer before 2015 without intervention.
In this province, Health Minister Madeline Dube acknowledging World Cancer Day today saying she remains optimistic there will be more successes leading to more prevention, earlier detection and better treatment.
Dube encouraging New Brunswickers to adapt healthy lifestyle habits which can also have a great impact in reducing cancer rates in our province.
She is also thanking health-care professionals and volunteers for the vital role they play in delivering care and support to cancer patients and their families.