Cancer awareness calendar

Throughout the year there are national and international campaigns that focus on specific cancers or risk factors. These awareness months and weeks provide an opportunity for organisations, healthcare professionals and community groups to promote early diagnosis, prevention and support for people affected by cancer.

Each campaign usually includes resources such as posters, social media content, patient information and guidance for healthcare professionals that can be used locally to support awareness activity.

If you would like to share a training event or learning opportunity for inclusion in the calendar, please contact the Cancer Alliance administration team at: bobicb-bw.england.tvcaadmin@nhs.net

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Raises awareness of cervical cancer prevention, including screening and HPV vaccination.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness

World Cancer Day

Dates: 4 February
Info: Global campaign promoting cancer awareness, prevention, and improving access to treatment and care.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness


Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Focuses on recognising symptoms and improving early diagnosis of oesophageal cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Encourages awareness of symptoms and early detection of ovarian cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness


Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Highlights risk factors, symptoms, and support for prostate cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Promotes awareness of symptoms and the importance of screening for bowel cancer.
Link: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/awareness-and-prevention/cancer-awareness-calendar

Download our communications toolkit to share info on bowel cancer awareness


Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 

Info: Increasing awareness of testicular cancer, promote early detection and encourage men to check regularly. 
Learn more: https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/  


Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Raising awareness of head and neck cancers, including key symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis.
Link: Head and neck cancer | Cancer Research UK  


Other Campaigns This Month

  • Sarcoma Awareness Month: Aims to increase understanding of sarcoma, a rare cancer, and highlight the importance of early diagnosis and specialist care.
    Learn more: About sarcoma | Sarcoma UK 

 

 

Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Focuses on sun safety, prevention, and early detection of skin cancer.
Link: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/awareness-and-prevention/cancer-awareness-calendar

Cervical Screening Awareness Week

Dates: June (varies each year)
Info: Encourages uptake of cervical screening and raises awareness of its importance.
Link: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/awareness-and-prevention/cancer-awareness-calendar

Sarcoma Awareness Month

Info: Raises awareness of rare cancers affecting bones and soft tissues.
Link: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/awareness-and-prevention/cancer-awareness-calendar

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Focuses on awareness of blood cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
Link: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/awareness-and-prevention/cancer-awareness-calendar

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Promotes early detection, screening, and support for those affected by breast cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Raises awareness of symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis of lung cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness

View our Lung Cancer Screening stakeholder toolkit: PowerPoint or PDF


Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Info: Focuses on symptoms, risk factors, and improving early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
Link: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness