Archives: Cancer Months

Global Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Week falls on the first week of April. They day raises awareness of the challenges young adults with cancers face.

National Volunteer Week is held in the last week of April. The week is sponsored by Volunteer Canada and highlights the contributions of volunteers across the country.

National Immunization Awareness Weekis held on the last full week of April. The week raises awareness on the importance of immunization, and is held by Immunization Canada.

National Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Week takes place the last full week of April. The week highlights the critical need for organ and tissue donation to patients across the country.

National Oncology Nursing Day is observed on April 6th. The day is dedicated to oncology nurses and the role they play in cancer care.

World Health Day is observed on April 7th. The day is a World Health Organization initiative promoting health in general.