On Sunday, June 7, 2026, cancer survivors from the Mohawk Valley as well as their family and friends are invited to gather with employees, medical staff and volunteers from the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) Cancer Center at the annual National Cancer Survivors Day Brunch. The brunch will take place at the Roselawn Banquet Facility, 446 Main Street, New York Mills, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cancer survivors may attend free of charge and are encouraged to bring guests. The cost for guests is $25 per person.
Reservations are required by Friday, May 22, 2026, and can be made online at bit.ly/2026survivorsday or by calling 315-624-5613.
“Our employees look forward to Survivors Day each year because it gives us the opportunity to reconnect with our patients and see how far they’ve come,” said Alicia DeTraglia, MD, physician with MVHS Hematology/Oncology Department. “Cancer affects us all, and these individuals have made a lasting impact on our lives. Celebrating their strength and resilience together is truly meaningful.”
The Survivors Day brunch, sponsored by MVHS, is celebrated in communities across the world. This day provides an opportunity for all people living with a history of cancer – including America’s 18 million cancer survivors – to connect with each other, celebrate milestones and recognize the healthcare providers, family and friends who have supported them along the way. Extravagant baskets, donated by MVHS employees, are raffled off at the brunch. Survivors from all over the region are invited to attend and do not need to have received services through MVHS in order to take part in this event.
National Cancer Survivors Day celebrates advances made in cancer research and treatment, recognizing those who are dedicated to caring for cancer patients. Cancer survivors are honored for their strength and courage while the contributions of their families, friends and healthcare providers are also recognized.
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