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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women, according to the World Cancer Research Fund. This year, 276,480 American women and 2,620 American men will learn they have breast cancer. Another 62,930 women will learn they have noninvasive (also called in situ) breast cancer. Breast cancer can often be cured. Learn how radiation therapy is used to treat beast cancer.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As the Coronavirus spreads, here are some tips for cancer patients and their families.

SURVIVOR CIRCLE

ASTRO established the Survivor Circle to honor cancer survivors and support groups during our Annual Meeting. The application period for both the Survivor Circle Award and Survivor Circle Grant are now open.