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  • Nov 12, 2012
    Tobacco Atlas estimates 1 billion people will die worldwide during 21st century if they don’t quit smoking

    ATLANTA – November 12, 2012 – As the official sponsor of birthdays, the American Cancer Society marks the 37th Great American Smokeout on November 15 by encouraging smokers to use the date to...

  • Nov 9, 2012
    Brigham Young, Florida State, Notre Dame, Saint Joseph’s compete November 16 & 17 at Barclays Center

    BROOKLYN, NY (November 9, 2012) – Ready for college basketball? The American Cancer Society is kicking off the season in a big way—with the 18th Annual Acura Coaches vs. Cancer Classic! This...

  • Oct 30, 2012
    New American Cancer Society book -Rad Art - Shares Artistic Expressions of a Patient Undergoing Radiation

    ATLANTA— October 30, 2012— The American Cancer Society envisions a world with less cancer and more birthdays, but artist Sally Loughridge, Ph.D., literally takes that vision to heart in her...

  • Oct 15, 2012
    Experts from the American Cancer Society, World Lung Foundation and the World Bank reveal links between the tobacco industry’s aggressive tactics and impediments to economic development

    Washington, D.C. – October 15, 2012 – A panel of global experts on health and economics warned today that the tobacco industry is having a devastating impact on productivity, trade, and the...

  • Oct 12, 2012
    Direct Cancer Experience Improves Selection Process

    ATLANTA – October 12, 2012—Eighteen individuals with a strong personal interest in cancer have been chosen to participate in the American Cancer Society’s research grants peer review process...