National Cancer Survivors Day takes place on June 05, 2016. The day is proclaimed an annual celebration of life and though it is called a national day and mainly is celebrated in the United States, today it is observed all over the globe. It is celebrated every first Sunday in June. On National Cancer Survivors Day, all those who survived cancer, as well as family members, friends, and also medical professionals come together to be thankful and celebrate together. The day also aims to be an inspiration for all those recently diagnosed, as it is possible to live an enjoyable life after a cancer diagnosis. National Cancer Survivors Day was first observed on June 5, 1988.