Press Releases
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Feb 24, 2017Young singer aligns to help increase awareness of breast cancer screening and HPV vaccinationNormani Kordei, of the internationally acclaimed pop group Fifth Harmony, has partnered with the American Cancer Society as a global ambassador to help increase awareness about the importance of...
Feb 20, 2017Non-elderly, those enrolled in high-deductible plans more likely to seek cheaper medicationA new study led by American Cancer Society investigators finds that cancer survivors are more likely to change their prescription drug use for financial reasons that those without a cancer...
Feb 16, 2017New Thinking Can Help Patients Overcome Barriers to Staying Active & HealthyFebruary 16, 2017—A new study led by American Cancer Society researchers in collaboration with leading experts concludes that physical activity should be routinely assessed during the...
Feb 7, 2017Guideline Updated to Reflect Recent Federal RecommendationThe American Cancer Society has endorsed updated recommendations on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) supporting a two-dose...
Feb 2, 2017Only 262,700 of 6.8 million eligible for screening received it in 2015February 2, 2017 –Lung cancer screening rates remained very low and unchanged among eligible populations in 2015, despite recommendations that high risk current and former smokers be screened....
Feb 1, 2017Award honors individuals and organizations that contribute to ongoing progress in the fight against colorectal cancerThe National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT), an organization co-founded by the American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has recognized a combined total of...
- Jan 30, 2017The Coaches vs. Cancer 3-Point Challenge lets fans compete for the most donations for every 3-pointer their team scores
Making 3-point shots this basketball season takes on even more meaning this year as college and high school teams across the nation square off to fight cancer as part of the American Cancer...
- Jan 23, 2017Special gold sneaker laces available in memory of 8-year-old basketball fan Lacey Holsworth through Princess Lacey's Laces Shoe Carnival campaign
More than 4,000 basketball coaches from across the country will forego their dress shoes in favor of sneakers to go with their suits during the annual Coaches vs. Cancer Suits And Sneakers...
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Jan 13, 2017Award honors accomplishments to the cancer fight
Atlanta, GA – January 13, 2017 – James W. Murray from Durham, NC has been honored with the Volunteer Leadership Award, a prestigious national honor for volunteers with extraordinary...
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Jan 13, 2017Award honors individuals who provide excellent cancer care
Atlanta, GA – January 13, 2017 – Six outstanding individuals have been honored with the American Cancer Society Lane W. Adams Quality of Life Award, a prestigious national honor for their...
