Why is June designated as Cancer Survivors Month in the US
June is designated as Cancer Survivors Month
June is designated as Cancer Survivors Month in the United States to celebrate and honor the growing number of people who have survived cancer, recognize the unique challenges they continue to face, and to raise awareness about survivorship issues and ongoing research. The choice of June is rooted in the tradition of National Cancer Survivors Day, which is observed on the first Sunday of June and has grown into a broader month-long observance.
The month serves several key purposes:
Celebration and Recognition
It acknowledges the resilience and achievements of more than 18 million cancer survivors in the U.S., as well as the families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals who support them.
Awareness and Education
June is used as a platform to educate the public about the ongoing physical, emotional, and financial challenges that survivors face after treatment ends, and to highlight the need for continued support and resources.
Advocacy and Research
The observance draws attention to advances in cancer research, survivorship care, and the importance of policies and programs that improve the quality of life for survivors.
The tradition began as part of the broader cancer survivorship movement, which gained momentum in the late 20th century. Organizations like the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society have played significant roles in prioritizing survivorship research and support, further cementing June as a time to focus on these issues.
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