World Radiotherapy Awareness Day: how we can make a difference

Key Points

• 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