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World Rose Day: Date, History, Significance, Quotes & Theme of 2021

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Cancer diagnosis can leave you both physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted. 22 September is observed as World Rose Day to bring in some cheer and joy in the life of the cancer patients. It is a reminder to the patients and their caregivers that they are not alone.

Cancer affects a person's eating habits and results in weight loss. The patient becomes physically weak and the financial burden of the treatment affects their mental peace as well. That is why the smallest gesture of kindness can boost their mood and offer that much needed support.

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History of World Rose Day

World Rose Day is observed to celebrate the efforts of a 12 year old cancer patient named Melinda Rose who was suffering from Askin's tumor, a rare type of blood cancer. Doctors had given her 6 weeks, but through sheer determination, Rose lived up to 6 months more.

She brought happiness in the lives of people by writing emails and poems for them. She is remembered for not giving up on hope even in the most difficult circumstances, and for her strength in spread positivity in the lives of those around her.

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Importance of World's Rose Day

World Rose Day is celebrated as a day of hope for the patients and the families who fight against the life threatening disease all alone.

Giving them a rose is our way of showing them that we care and support them on this journey. People also distribute letters, cards and small tokens of gifts. It is day to spread awareness about early diagnosis and prevention of all types of cancer.

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Quotes on World Rose Day

"Cancer changes your life, often for the better. You learn what's important, you learn to prioritise, and you learn not to waste your time. You tell people you love them." -Joel Siegel

You have to be willing to give up the life you planned, and instead, greet the life that is waiting for you.” -Joseph Campbell

Hope is the ability to hear the music of the future. Faith is the courage to dance to it today.” - Peter Kuzmic

Cancer is a word, not a sentence.” - John Diamond

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Theme for World Rose Day 2021

The theme for World Rose Day 2021 is yet to be decided. In 2020, the day was marked by "Changing the Way We Look at Cancer."

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