World Cancer Day

The world Cancer Day is marked on February 4th to raise awareness of cancer. Somehow, this illness is around us and it's important to encourage its prevention.

Cancer happens when cells that are not normal, grow and spread very fast.

Kids with cancer may have to stay home — not because their cancer can spread to other people (it can't), but because it can be dangerous if other people's germs spread to them.

To protect themselves, kids with cancer often have to stay home until their immune system gets strong again.

By the way, if you've ever wondered how your immune system works,
 this movie is for you!