World Radiotherapy Awareness Day: how we can make a difference

January 1, 2026BMJ OncologyOpen Access

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This research promotes the importance of incorporating radiotherapy into cancer treatment plans.
Review of current cancer treatment guidelines
Analysis of radiotherapy's role in treatment for adults and children
Promotion of awareness initiatives through various platforms
Radiotherapy is essential for approximately 50% of adults diagnosed with cancer
Approximately 30% of children with cancer could benefit from radiotherapy
Increased awareness could lead to better access and outcomes for these populations

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Awareness initiatives aim to improve treatment access for adults and children with cancer, suggesting widespread benefits.

Radiotherapy (or radiation therapy) should be part of treatment for around 50% of adults with cancer1 and 30% of children.

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Wakeham et al. (2026) studied this question.

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