October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month, a time to show support for those who have heard the terrifying words – “you have liver cancer”. It is also a vital opportunity raise awareness and funds to improve the detection and treatment of these diseases. There are several types of primary liver cancers. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and …
Spearheaded by the National Organization of Rare Disorders’ (NORD) Rare Cancer Coalition, Rare Cancer Day is observed on September 30 each year to highlight the challenges facing rare cancer patients and the need for greater research funding. Rare cancers are those affecting fewer than 40,000 people per year in the US. Because of their low …
While childhood cancer is rare, it is the leading disease-related cause of death in children and adolescents. Worldwide, approximately 400,000 children and adolescents develop cancer each year, only half of whom are diagnosed. In recognition of this issue, September is internationally recognized as “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month”. During this time, organizations and families around the …