European Cancer Nursing Day
Bridging the past, strengthening today's care, and shaping a borderless future for cancer nursing
Celebrate European Cancer Nursing Day (ECND)
May 18th
European Cancer Nursing Day (ECND), celebrated annually on May 18th, is a dedicated occasion to honor the invaluable contributions of cancer nurses across Europe. It highlights their pivotal role in providing comprehensive cancer care, advocating and driving advancements in cancer nursing.
ECND serves as a platform to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities within the profession, while fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the public. It emphasizes the importance of empowering cancer nurses through education, innovation, and recognition to ensure the highest standards of value based cancer care.
This day is also a call to action to shape the future of cancer care, advocating for policies that support nurses' well-being, professional development, and contributions to research. By celebrating the expertise and dedication of cancer nurses, ECND inspires a collective commitment to better outcomes for all patients and their families across Europe.
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ECND25 Competition
This competition served as a platform to celebrate the vital role cancer nurses play in enhancing patient outcomes, encouraging international collaboration, and driving innovation in care. Through sharing their stories, nurses across Europe inspired peers, demonstrated unwavering commitment, and helped shape the future of cancer nursing across diverse settings.
Open to all registered cancer nurses in Europe—whether participating individually or as a team—the competition offered the chance to win free registration to the EONS18 Congress in Berlin, Germany (17–21 October 2025).
The competition has now ended. We are delighted to announce that the winner is Association Française des Infirmièr(e)s de Cancérologie . Congratulations!
Past European Cancer Nursing Day edition
#ECND24Shapethefuture
The vital work of cancer nurses throughout Europe was hailed by European Commissioner Stella Kyriakides. In her video message she talked about the key role of cancer nursing in improving the patient experience and paid tribute to the profession at the heart of cancer care.