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Aug 19, 2010Data shows some progress in tobacco control, but further action needed for China to meet international treaty commitments
Shenzhen, August 19, 2010 --- Today, the American Cancer Society and World Lung Foundation released the Chinese language version of The Tobacco Atlas, Third Edition, which is now available...
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Aug 16, 2010Landmark report shows that cancer has the greatest economic impact from premature death and disability of all causes of death worldwide
ATLANTA — August 16, 2010 — For the first time, research shows that cancer has the most devastating economic impact of any cause of death in the world - costing the global economy nearly a...
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Jul 29, 2010
ATLANTA—July 29, 2010—Twenty-five years after publishing the mnemonic “ABCD” to facilitate the early diagnosis of melanoma, the group who came up with that moniker says early detection...
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Jul 28, 2010
Nearly half of all states are falling short on legislative solutions to prevent and fight cancer, according to a new report released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS...
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Jul 27, 2010Started with Society in 1981
ATLANTA – July 27, 2010 –John J. Stevens, MD, vice president for extramural grants, will retire from the American Cancer Society on August 2 after nearly three decades of service. Dr. Stevens...
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Jul 27, 2010More Relevant Searches, User Friendly Experience for Consumers
ATLANTA— July 27, 2010— The American Cancer Society, the nation’s largest voluntary health organization and a leading resource for online cancer information, has launched its newly...
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Jul 22, 2010Risk Found to Be Independent of Physical Activity Level
A new study from American Cancer Society researchers finds it’s not just how much physical activity you get, but how much time you spend sitting that can affect your risk of death. Researchers...
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Jul 15, 2010PCBs, Diesel Exhaust among Agents Identified as Focus of Further Research
A new report from the American Cancer Society and other world-leading health groups identifies gaps in research for 20 suspected carcinogens whose potential to cause cancer is as yet unresolved....
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Jul 13, 2010by Otis W. Brawley, chief medical officer, American Cancer Society
ATLANTA - July 13, 2010 - "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Bishop Walter Hawkins as they mourn the loss of a gospel music icon and pastor to pancreatic cancer. Bishop...
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Jul 13, 2010An invaluable resource for anyone who has experienced cancer, is undergoing treatment, or is interested in making positive changes in the way they eat
ATLANTA— July 13, 2010—Eating well is important for everyone, but for the more than 11 million cancer survivors living in the United States, eating well is essential. Good nutrition can boost...