07/09/2025
World Radiotherapy Awareness Day observed: Oncologists call for universal access to cancer care
New Delhi, September 7: On the occasion of World Radiotherapy Awareness Day, the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (North Zone Chapter) highlighted the crucial role of radiotherapy in cancer treatment and called for greater awareness and equitable access to modern technology.
Speaking on the day, the President of the North Zone Chapter said that radiotherapy has witnessed remarkable progress over the years, moving from its primitive origins to a highly advanced era where sophisticated machines enable precise and effective cancer care. “The need of the hour is to ensure universal access to these advanced technologies so that every patient, regardless of geography or financial background, can benefit,” he stressed.
Joining the global campaign “One Voice for Radiotherapy”, the association underlined that radiotherapy remains one of the safest and most effective cancer treatments worldwide, helping millions of patients each year. It not only cures cancers but also provides relief from painful symptoms, offering both hope and healing.
The day also served as a moment to acknowledge the contribution of radiation oncologists, medical physicists, radiation therapists, and the wider oncology community, whose efforts ensure that cancer patients receive timely and effective treatment.
The association appealed to policymakers, healthcare providers, and civil society to work together in raising awareness and improving infrastructure so that cancer care becomes more accessible, compassionate, and effective.
“Let’s join hands to collectively fight cancer,” the President added.