Maritime Hashtag Minute – Sunday 8th February 2026

Each week, Ben Hopkinson looks back at what’s happened the past 7 days and what was trending on Twitter with the Maritime Hashtag Minute. This week’s #MaritimeHashtagMinute was #WorldCancerDay which was marked on Wednesday 4th February. The day was created by the Union for International Cancer Control in support of the goals of 2008's World Cancer Declaration. View the Tweets below:

Sending love to everyone in the world affected by cancer…which is all of us. We are all in this together. #WorldCancerDay #Cancer pic.twitter.com/CyZDDorgeI

— All On The Board (@allontheboard) February 4, 2026

Millions of lives are lost to cancer every year — and many more are forever changed.

Yet up to half of all cancers are preventable and many can be cured if detected early.

More from @WHO on Wednesday's #WorldCancerDay: https://t.co/nwxN31SkML pic.twitter.com/3PmC8YVsWc

— United Nations (@UN) February 3, 2026

Today is #WorldCancerDay.

For many people going through cancer treatment, your donations are vital.

Find out how red blood cells, platelets, plasma and stem cells all play a part.

Thank you for helping to save and improve lives. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/GAPjGfvcxF

— NHS Blood Donation 🩸🩹 (@GiveBloodNHS) February 4, 2026

Nearly 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. It’s World Cancer Day today- a global day to raise awareness & take action against cancer. 🩷
Whatever your cancer experience, share this post & help us get the word out.#WorldCancerDay #WCD2026 pic.twitter.com/Fb2Ln7Fx8E

— Cancer Research UK in Scotland (@CRUKScotland) February 4, 2026

Today is World Cancer Day.
Cancer affects millions of lives, but early detection, prevention, and access to care can save lives.

At Medsense, we stand for awareness, and hope because cancer is not just a diagnosis, it’s a global fight we must face together.#WorldCancerDay pic.twitter.com/mFgOhhHfoT

— MedSense News (@MedsenseN) February 4, 2026

Millions of lives are lost to #cancer every year.

Yet up to half of all cancers are preventable & many can be cured if detected early.

Volunteers like Abdoul are helping make that knowledge accessible, raising awareness about breast cancer with @WHO in Gabon.#WorldCancerDay pic.twitter.com/kIR2m4fBBb

— UN Volunteers (@UNVolunteers) February 4, 2026

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