Observed annually on the first Sunday in June, Cancer Survivor’s Day has been set aside to “demonstrate that life after a cancer diagnosis can be a reality.” Cancer Survivor’s Day was first announced by Merril Hastings during the second conference meeting of the Coalition for Cancer Survivor-ship in Albuquerque, New Mexico on November 20, 1987.
The first National Cancer Survivor’s Day was held on June 5, 1988. President George W. Bush and the Cancer Institute director each included a commencement at the 2008 celebration.
Each year on Cancer Survivor’s Day, events and celebrations are held and hosted around the United States by local communities, hospitals and support groups honouring cancer survivors. Events may include parades, carnivals, art exhibits, contests and testimonies.
This day is an annual celebration of Life. This is to raise awareness of Cancer Survivors – In the U.S. alone there are over 11 million survivors, and to raise funds for Cancer Research Charities.
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