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A Special Thank-You to Our National Sponsors

Friday, June 14, 2013
On Sunday, June 2, thousands of people around the world gathered to commemorate National Cancer Survivors Day 2013. NCSD is the day each year that we pause to honor for their strength and courage those who are living with a history of cancer. Hundreds of communities across the nation – and  Read More

Better Hurry – You Have Through Monday to Send in Your Survivors Day Photos

Friday, June 07, 2013
As thousands of cancer survivors and supporters joined together on Sunday to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day in hundreds of communities around the world, survivors were honored, survivorship issues were brought to the forefront, and everyone paused to celebrate life. It was a beautiful d  Read More

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day – And We’re Celebrating Life!

Sunday, June 02, 2013
Today is National Cancer Survivors Day 2013! Thousands of people in hundreds of communities throughout the world are celebrating life with you today. On this 26th annual Celebration of Life, there will be laughter and tears, shouts of joy and moments of quiet reflection, hope for the future and stre  Read More

Cancer Survivors Share What Life After Cancer Means to Them

Friday, May 31, 2013
Life after cancer can mean many things to many different people. In the U.S. alone, there are 14 million cancer survivors, and life after cancer means something different to each one. We recently asked survivors on our Facebook page to tell us what life after cancer means. Here’s what  Read More

We’re Showing the World That There’s Life After Cancer – And It’s Something to Celebrate!

Thursday, May 30, 2013
National Cancer Survivors Day is just a few short days away. We hope you join the millions of cancer survivors around the world as we celebrate life this Sunday, June 2. We want to show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be meaningful, fulfilling, and even inspiring. There is life   Read More

How to Get Your Survivors Day Photos Featured in Coping with Cancer Magazine

Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Once again, Coping with Cancer magazine is featuring National Cancer Survivors Day in its July/August issue. And your photos could be included – maybe even on the cover. If you’re hosting an NCSD event this year, send the best digital photos of your event to Coping with Canc  Read More

How Are You Planning to Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day?

Monday, May 27, 2013
On Sunday, June 2, 2013, thousands of people around the world will gather to celebrate life after cancer. There will be laughter and tears, shouts of joy and moments of quiet reflection, hope for the future and strength to endure today, and maybe even a little music and dancing. Nati  Read More

A New Study Reveals Cancer Puts People at Greater Risk for Bankruptcy

Friday, May 24, 2013
At the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, we know that the negative effects of cancer reach far beyond the physical side effects of treatment. Now, a new study from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center has revealed that people diagnosed with cancer are more than two-and-a-half times mor  Read More

6 Tips for Taking Better Photos – How to Capture Those Unforgettable Moments from National Cancer Survivors Day

Thursday, May 23, 2013
You don’t have to be a professional photographer or own a fancy camera to take amazing Survivors Day photos. Just follow these tips for capturing those unforgettable Survivors Day moments: Look for candid moments. Candid shots of people caught up in the moment – sharing hugs,  Read More

Start Spreading the News! How to Generate Buzz Around Your NCSD Event

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
If people don’t know about your National Cancer Survivors Day event, then they won’t come to your National Cancer Survivors Day event. Make sure the survivors in your community don’t miss out. Here are some tips to help you generate buzz around your NCSD event: Contact Local  Read More