June 1, 2025: National Cancer Survivors Day

WHEREAS, a cancer survivor is anyone living with a history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life, and there are more than 18 million cancer survivors in America; and,

 WHEREAS, since the number of cancer survivors is projected to increase to 22.2 million by 2030, increased access to effective cancer treatments, quality survivorship care, and necessary psychosocial resources – especially among minorities and medically underserved communities– must be a top priority in our communities; and,

WHEREAS, the great state of Michigan has a valuable, dynamic cancer survivor population; and,

WHEREAS, hundreds of communities worldwide will be celebrating cancer survivors on Sunday, June 1; and,

WHEREAS, on behalf of the people of the State of Michigan, I salute all cancer survivors and those who support them;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim June 1, 2025, as National Cancer Survivors Day in Michigan.