On Sunday, June 2, people will come together to recognize those living with a history of cancer, raise awareness of the ongoing challenges, and celebrate life.
FRANKLIN, TN, USA, May 29, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — On Sunday, June 2, 2024, people around the world are coming together to honor cancer survivors, raise awareness about the ongoing challenges of cancer survivorship, and celebrate life as part of the 37th annual National Cancer Survivors Day®.
National Cancer Survivors Day® is an annual global Celebration of Life that takes place on the first Sunday in June. Numerous cities in the U.S. and internationally will host events on this day to recognize the cancer survivors in their communities, increase awareness about the ongoing struggles faced by cancer survivors, and most importantly, to celebrate life.
According to the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, which manages the event, a ‘survivor’ is anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer and continues to live their life. People are encouraged to participate in the worldwide celebration, including cancer survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, family members, and friends. To find out how your community is marking the occasion, get in touch with the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation.
Additionally, the Foundation provides an opportunity for everyone to connect with fellow cancer survivors and supporters worldwide on Sunday, June 2, whether by attending a local event or celebrating in their unique way. You can engage in the celebration online by using the hashtag #NCSD2024 and following National Cancer Survivors Day® on social media.
The National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, along with NCSD 2024 national supporters such as Amgen, Aveo Oncology, Convatec, Coping with Cancer, Deciphera, Erasca Foundation, Hologic, Incyte, Ipsen, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Labcorp, Lantheus, and Springworks Therapeutics, are calling on people worldwide to stand in solidarity with cancer survivors on National Cancer Survivors Day® and to highlight the challenges faced by cancer survivors.
Laura Shipp, a spokesperson for the Foundation, emphasized the progress made in the fight against cancer since the inception of National Cancer Survivors Day® in 1987. However, she stressed the importance of not forgetting about cancer survivors once treatment ends and addressing the long-term effects of cancer to ensure that survivors have the best possible quality of life after overcoming this life-threatening illness.
The Foundation advocates for the message that cancer survivorship is not just about surviving cancer but about living life to the fullest.
The following is a suggested post for your social media pages:
Cancer survivorship isn’t about just being alive after cancer. It’s about living life as fully as possible. On National Cancer Survivors Day, June 2, let’s come together to #CelebrateLife and bring attention to the ongoing challenges cancer survivors face. #NCSD2024
About National Cancer Survivors Day®
The nonprofit National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation offers free guidance, education, and support to numerous hospitals, support groups, and other cancer-related organizations that host National Cancer Survivors Day® events in their communities. The Foundation’s primary goal is to raise awareness about the issues of cancer survivorship to enhance the quality of life for cancer survivors.
National Cancer Survivors Day® is an inspiring Celebration of Life led by the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation. It also serves as a call to action for more research, increased resources, and heightened public awareness to improve the lives of cancer survivors. On National Cancer Survivors Day®, thousands gather to honor cancer survivors and demonstrate that life after a cancer diagnosis can be beautiful, meaningful, and triumphant.
This day is for everyone, whether you are a cancer survivor, a family member, friend, or medical professional. It presents an opportunity for all individuals with a history of cancer, including the over 18 million cancer survivors in America, to connect, celebrate milestones, and acknowledge those who have supported them. It is also a day to shed light on the continuous challenges of cancer survivorship to advocate for more resources, research, and legislation to enhance the quality of life for cancer survivors.
Paula K Chadwell
National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, Inc.
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