Rural Cancer Awareness Day

June 4th

Sign the Petition for a National Rural Cancer Awareness Day!


Cancer doesn't discriminate, but access to cancer awareness and resources does. Rural communities across our nation face unique challenges in battling this disease, often lacking the same level of support found in urban areas. It's time to change this narrative.

Together, we can create a day dedicated to educating, supporting, and empowering rural communities in the fight against cancer.

June 4th

Together, we can create a day dedicated to educating, supporting, and empowering rural communities in the fight against cancer.

“Local problems require local solutions that are based on community needs, available resources, and trusting and collaborative partnerships.”

Levit LA, Byatt L, Lyss AP, et al. Closing the Rural Cancer Care Gap: Three Institutional Approaches. JCO Oncol Pract. 2020;16(7):422-430.