Society for Radiation Oncology Administrators

July 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland Sarcoma, often called the “forgotten cancer,” is rare, typically misdiagnosed, and not well known to the public. Every July, the sarcoma community wears yellow to raise awareness.

June 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland Progress in early detection and advances in treatment have produced a growing population of cancer survivors who are living longer, an achievement celebrated each June during National Cancer Survivors Month.

April 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland Each May, the United States observes National Cancer Research Month, an initiative of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) that highlights the lifesaving power of scientific discovery.1 This year’s theme is “United by Cancer Research.”1 Cancer remains the second-leading cause of death in the United States.

March 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland March is Women’s History Month, “a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society”1 that “has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987.”1 March 8th is International Women’s Day (IWD), “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.”2 In radiation oncology, International WD is an opportunity to celebrate women who have advanced and continue to advance the...

April 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland Every April, Testicular Cancer Awareness Month provides an opportunity to highlight one of the most common—yet most beatable—cancers affecting young men.

March 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland March is Women’s History Month, “a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society”1 that “has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987.”1 March 8th is International Women’s Day (IWD), “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.”2 In radiation oncology, International WD is an opportunity to celebrate women who have advanced and continue to advance the...

February 1, 2026 By Tammy McCausland February is National Cancer Prevention Month.

By Tammy McCausland There are two main categories of lung cancer: non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which includes approximately 85 percent of cases, and small-cell lung cancer (SCLC), which accounts for approximately 15 percent of cases. The (ACS) estimates there will be about 226,650 new lung cancer cases in 2025 and about 124,730 deaths.1 Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in men and women.

By Tammy McCausland This year is the 40th anniversary of the founding of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society (ACS) co-led an effort in 1985 to create a week-long campaign aimed at educating women about why early screening and routine mammograms are important.1 It has since expanded to an entire month. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is recognized in countries around the world.

By Tammy McCausland As we enjoy warmer temperatures and bright sunshine, it’s the perfect time to remind ourselves, our families, our colleagues and our friends to use sunscreen and get screened. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. More than 5 million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year.1 Skin cancer is one the most common forms of cancer—and one of the most preventable.1 The U.S. Surgeon General has issued a .