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Rare Cancers Awareness Day 2026
June 24, 2026
Rare Cancers Awareness Day (RCAD) has been held annually on 26 June since 2021.
Rare cancers are more common than you think.
That’s the message we’re sharing this Rare Cancers Awareness Day on 26 June.
People with rare cancers and their doctors face extra challenges compared to those with more common cancers.
- Rare cancers commonly take longer to diagnose and are more likely to be misdiagnosed.
- Guidelines that doctors use to plan treatment will usually be based on more limited evidence or may not even exist.
- Finding a cancer specialist with experience in managing a rare cancer may be difficult or involve travelling to specialist centres far from home.
- Access to molecular testing or specific treatments may not be available or when available may not be reimbursed.
- Access to clinical trials or research programs is more likely to be limited.
- Support groups and information can be more difficult to find and access.
BioGrid is proud to manage the Australian Rare Cancer (ARC) Portal, a free national, clinician-led service that helps doctors access expert support for rare cancers when cases become complex or unclear.
The ARC Portal connects clinicians to trusted advice, genomic insight, and case review so they can better understand options and make informed decisions.
The ARC Portal works alongside the treating clinician, helping strengthen decision-making while keeping care with the doctor and improving access to specialist rare cancer expertise for patients across Australia.