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Mar 1, 2023Researchers showed the proportion of individuals in the United States diagnosed with advanced-stage colorectal cancer (CRC) increased from 52% in the mid-2000s to 60% in 2019. In addition, diagnoses of people under 55 years of age doubled from 11% (1 in 10) in 1995 to 20% (1 in 5) in 2019.
- Mar 1, 2023
La Sociedad Americana Contra El Cáncer publica las nuevas estadísticas sobre el cáncer colorrectal; los cambios rápidos hacia enfermedades más avanzadas y las personas más jóvenes
Feb 23, 2023American Cancer Society researchers stress the need to improve access to cancer screeningsAccording to a new, large study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS), millions of people in the United States continued to miss critical cancer screening tests during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Feb 23, 2023
Continuing their support of increased access to quality care across the cancer continuum, AstraZeneca has committed $2.8 million toward the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) Navigation Capacity-Building Initiative Grant Program.
Feb 21, 2023To address the lack of diversity in research environments, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has announced the creation of the American Cancer Society Center for Diversity in Cancer Research Training.
Feb 15, 2023During American Heart Month, the American Cancer Society stresses prevention to help lower the chance of heart disease for people with cancerAmerican Cancer Society (ACS) research estimates there are more than 18 million adult survivors of cancer in the United States, and that number is expected to climb to more than 22 million by 2030. Although that’s encouraging news, it also puts increasing numbers of survivors at risk for cardiovascular disease or CVD.
Feb 2, 2023American Cancer Society and ACS CAN Continue Commitment to End Cancer As We Know It, For Everyone
Feb 1, 2023Program to support and fund scientific founders and their early-stage companies among American Cancer Society-affiliated postdoctoral and early career researchers
Jan 20, 2023ATLANTA, January 20, 2023 — According to a new large study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS), the risk of suicide for individuals diagnosed with cancer in the United States...
Jan 12, 2023Overall cancer mortality continues to decline with a 33% drop since 1991 Major reduction in cervical cancer tied to use of the HPV vaccine Increase in diagnosis of men with advanced prostate...
- Jan 12, 2023
ATLANTA, 12 de enero de 2023 – Hoy, la Sociedad Americana Contra El Cáncer (ACS, por sus siglas en inglés) publicó Estadísticas del cáncer, 2023, el informe anual de la organización sobre...
Dec 22, 2022ATLANTA, December 22, 2022 – Today, the American Cancer Society and the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation (RMSFF) announced the launch of a $10 million challenge grant to benefit five...
Dec 21, 2022New findings led by researchers at the American Cancer Society show the highest mortality rates for prostate cancer in White men were found in the Western region of the United States, including California, despite low incidence rates.
- Dec 16, 2022
The American Cancer Society today announced a $2.25 million gift from Timothy Wilmott and Dr. Nancy Barna to establish the Wilmott Family Professorship in...
- Dec 14, 2022
With the announcement today from Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, director of the National Cancer Institute, of her recent breast cancer diagnosis, the American Cancer Society (ACS) offers its support...
Dec 14, 2022A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society shows travel time to the nearest mammography facility is long for a considerable proportion of women in the United States, particularly affecting more than 50% of women in rural areas in 28 states.
Dec 6, 2022The American Cancer Society (ACS) will receive $3 million in support from Janssen Research & Development, LLC, one of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson...
- Dec 5, 2022Brian Marlow to Serve as Chair of the Board
ATLANTA – December 5, 2022 – The American Cancer Society (ACS) has named four new members to its board of directors, with all terms beginning on January 1, 2023. The ACS Board of Directors...
Nov 17, 2022Researchers at the American Cancer Society stress improving access to cancer care to reduce disparities in cancer outcomesATLANTA, November 17, 2022 – A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) and Clemson University shows residential racial and economic segregation was associated with...
Nov 16, 2022Researchers at the American Cancer Society stress health interventions to continue reducing nicotine pouch useATLANTA, November 15, 2022 — A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) shows overall sales of nicotine pouches increased during 2019-2022. The data also showed sales of...
Nov 8, 2022Researchers at the American Cancer Society stress improving access to high-quality cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment for this group of individualsATLANTA, November 8, 2022 - New findings by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) show overall cancer mortality among American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) individuals is 18% higher...
Nov 3, 2022Adult cancer survivors, particularly those diagnosed within five years and/or have a history of chemotherapy, have an increased risk for bone fractures, specifically pelvic and vertebral fractures, compared to older adults without cancer, according to a new large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society.