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Sep 14, 2010Finding Likely Reflects Lower Access to Medical CareATLANTA – September 14, 2010 – A new study from American Cancer Society researchers finds insurance status is strongly associated with disease severity among prostate cancer patients. The...
- Sep 14, 2010New Collaboration Tackles Cancer Disparities in African Americans
ATLANTA – September 14, 2010 – The American Cancer Society and its advocacy affiliate, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), are teaming up with Alpha Kappa Alpha...
- Sep 13, 2010Keith Urban, Justin Bieber, Jack Johnson, Maurice Sendak and Eric Carle among well-known artists joining the next phase of the Society’s movement to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays
ATLANTA – September 13, 2010 – The American Cancer Society, the official sponsor of birthdays, today announced details of a unique new campaign that marks the next phase of the Society’s...
- Sep 10, 2010Leading Research Program Has Funded 44 Nobel Prize Recipients
ATLANTA –September 10, 2010—Nineteen individuals with a strong personal interest in cancer have been chosen to participate in the American Cancer Society’s research grants peer review...
- Aug 23, 2010
A new analysis has found that short-term and long-term costs of prostate cancer care vary considerably based on which treatment strategy a man initially receives. Published early online in Cancer,...
- Aug 23, 2010
A new analysis has found that while colon cancer rates have remained steady over the past several decades among people under the age of 40, rectal cancer rates are increasing in this population...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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....
- 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...
- 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...
- Jul 7, 2010Enhanced Relay to Celebrate “Wishing on a Cure” Theme for 2010
ATLANTA – July 7, 2010 – The sixth annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life® of Second Life is set for July 17-18, 2010, as avatars representing cancer survivors, caregivers, their...
- Jul 7, 2010
The continued drop in overall cancer mortality rates over the last 20 years has averted more than three-quarters of a million (767,000) cancer deaths according to a new report from the American...
- Jun 23, 2010Strong Implementation of and Education about Affordable Care Act Critical for Cancer Community; Increased Access Coupled with Research Key to Progress in Beating Disease
A new poll illustrates the difficulty that cancer patients, survivors and their families face in affording needed health care and paying for other basic necessities such as food and heat,...
- Jun 17, 2010Biennial Cancer Survivorship Research Conference Aims to Improve Quality of Life for Cancer Survivors and Their Families
Washington, D.C. — June 17, 2010 — More than 500 leading experts in cancer survivorship, including a number from countries outside the United States, have convened for Cancer Survivorship...
- Jun 3, 2010
The American Cancer Society and the National Palliative Care Research Center (NPCRC) are awarding $1.8 million in research grants to researchers at 12 institutions for studies aimed at reducing...
- Jun 3, 2010National Cancer Survivors Day®: A Milestone for Survivors and the American Cancer Society Hope LodgeSociety Kicks Off Month-long Celebration of Cancer Survivors
ATLANTA — June 3, 2010 — On Sunday, June 6, the American Cancer Society will join millions of Americans in honoring cancer survivors as part of the 23rd annual National Cancer Survivors Day,...
- Jun 2, 2010Annual National Event at Rochester, New York, Course Unites Coaches in Support of the American Cancer Society and its Vision of a World with Less Cancer and More Birthdays
ATLANTA – June 2, 2010 – The American Cancer Society will host its 11th annual Coaches vs. Cancer® Golf Invitational, Presented by Under Armour®, Sunday and Monday, June 13-14, at the...
- May 17, 2010
ATLANTA—May 17, 2010 – The American Cancer Society, the largest non-government, not-for-profit funding source of cancer research in the United States, has awarded 152 new national research and...
- Apr 16, 2010In honor of National Volunteer Week, the Society launches new volunteer tool and invites America to join its pledge to volunteer in 2010
ATLANTA – April 16, 2010 – In celebration of the 37th annual National Volunteer Week (April 18 to April 24), the American Cancer Society, the Official Sponsor of Birthdays, recognizes the...
- Apr 14, 2010Data shows some progress in tobacco control, but Mexico still among top 20 countries with largest number of smokers
Mexico City, 14th April 2010 --- Today, the American Cancer Society and World Lung Foundation presented the Spanish version of The Tobacco Atlas, Third Edition, which is now available globally....
- Apr 12, 2010Betty R. Ferrell to receive 2010 Trish Greene Quality of Life Award
ATLANTA — April 12, 2010—Betty R. Ferrell, R.N., Ph.D., F.A.A.N., professor and research scientist at the City of Hope National Medical Center in Duarte, Calif., has been chosen to receive the...
- Apr 12, 2010Providers Recognized for “Warm Hand of Service”
ATLANTA —April 12, 2010—Ten outstanding cancer care providers from a variety of backgrounds and regions have been chosen to receive the 2010 American Cancer Society Lane W. Adams Quality of...
- Apr 12, 2010
A new analysis has found that a considerable proportion of patients with end-stage or terminal cancer do not benefit from palliative radiation therapy (radiotherapy) despite spending most of their...
- Apr 12, 2010
A new study finds that Hispanics live in areas with more limited availability of colonoscopies and sigmoidoscopies for colorectal cancer screening. Published early online in CANCER, a...
- Apr 7, 2010
A new study finds modest association between fruits and vegetables consumption and cancer risk. The study appears in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, published on April 6, 2010....
- Mar 31, 2010Veteran Mentor Recognized For Work to Support the American Cancer Society and its Vision of a World with Less Cancer and More Birthdays
ATLANTA – March 31, 2010 – Clemson University basketball coach Oliver Purnell is the recipient of the 2010 Coaches vs. Cancer® Champion Award, presented annually to a college coach who has...
- Mar 25, 2010Expert Says Study's Conclusions Misplaced and Misleading
In the current issue of BMJ, Jørgensen and colleagues challenge the results of a 2005 study published in the journal that showed a 25% breast cancer mortality reduction among Copenhagen women...
- Mar 23, 2010
ATLANTA – March 23, 2010 – It’s Hip-hop versus tobacco as Mike-E and the AfroFlow Tour begin their anti-tobacco musical tour of colleges and community events. Through a collaboration with...
- Mar 22, 2010
A new study has found that when African American and white cancer patients are treated at similar, specialized cancer care institutions, mortality rates are roughly equal. Published early online...
- Mar 22, 2010
Infertile men have an increased risk of developing high grade prostate cancer, which is more likely to grow and spread quickly. That is the conclusion of a new study published early online in...
- Mar 16, 2010Lucky Fans Will Sing with the Band on Stage, Everyone Can Text to Give
ATLANTA – March 16, 2010 – As part of its 2010 nationwide concert tour kicking off this spring, legendary “rock and roll band with horns” Chicago is joining forces with the American Cancer...
- Mar 10, 2010Harvey Shares His Colonoscopy Experience on Special Video to Encourage Men and Women 50 and Over to Get Screened
ATLANTA – March 10, 2010 – One of the Original Kings of Comedy, #1 New York Times Best Selling Author for Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man, and host of the #1 nationally syndicated morning...
- Mar 9, 2010
A new American Cancer Society study finds progress in reducing cancer death rates is evident whether measured against baseline rates in 1970 or in 1990. The study appears in the open access...
- Mar 3, 2010
What Has Not Changed: Health care professionals should discuss the potential benefits and limitations of prostate cancer early detection testing with men before any testing begins Discussion about...
- Mar 3, 2010Update Reaffirms the Importance of Shared Decision-Making
Atlanta 2010/03/03 -Newly updated prostate cancer screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society reaffirm the recommendation that men should discuss the uncertainties, risks and potential...
- Feb 26, 2010American Cancer Society Encourages Everyone 50 and Older to Get Tested for Colon Cancer
ATLANTA 2010/02/26 -This March, the American Cancer Society is encouraging men and women 50 and older to make getting tested for colorectal cancer a priority. Colorectal cancer (commonly referred...
- Feb 23, 2010
ATLANTA 2010/02/23 -Otis W. Brawley, M.D, chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society, the nation’s largest voluntary health organization, has been named as one of 100 African Americans...
- Feb 5, 2010Statement of John R. Seffrin, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, American Cancer Society
ATLANTA 2010/02/05 -"Today, Pepsi announced that Drew Brees and the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge won a $100,000 project grant as part of the Pespi Refresh Project. The money will go towards...
- Feb 3, 2010African Nations Face the Highest Increase in Tobacco Use Among Developing Countries
ATLANTA 2010/02/04 -The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has given a grant of $7 million over five years to the American Cancer Society to lead and coordinate the African Tobacco Control...
- Feb 3, 2010C’est en Afrique que l’on observe la plus forte augmentation du tabagisme dans les pays en développement
Atlanta, 3 février 2010 – La Fondation Bill & Melinda Gates a accordé une subvention de 7 millions de dollars sur cinq ans à American Cancer Society (Société Américaine du Cancer) pour...
- Feb 3, 2010As nações africanas enfrentam o maior aumento no consumo de tabaco entre os países em vias de desenvolvimento
Atlanta, 3 de Fevereiro de 2010 – A Fundação Bill & Melinda Gates deu um finaciamento no valor de sete milhões de dólares, pare ser usado ao longo de cinco anos, à American Cancer Society...
- Feb 2, 2010American Cancer Society to Become Official Charity in Seattle, Chicago, New Orleans
The American Cancer Society and the Competitor Group, Inc., today announced a new collaboration to empower endurance athletes of all abilities to take a more proactive role in improving their...
- Feb 1, 2010
Atlanta 2010/02/01 -Androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT), commonly used to treat prostate cancer, can worsen heart risk factors and may increase the risk of heart attack and/or cardiac death,...
- Jan 25, 2010
Atlanta 2010/01/25 -A new analysis has found that Black patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), or liver cancer, have worse survival than patients of other races, even after receiving...
- Jan 25, 2010
Atlanta 2010/01/25 -Prostate cancer patients treated in county hospitals are likely to undergo surgery while patients treated in private facilities tend to receive radiation or hormone therapy....
- Jan 22, 2010
Atlanta 2010/01/22 -A new American Cancer Society report outlines 21 challenges and needs for global tobacco control, covering the wide range of issues to be addressed and expertise needed to...
- Jan 14, 2010Basketball Coaches Nationwide Address the Importance of Exercising and Eating Right in the Fight against Cancer
ATLANTA 2010/01/14 -Coaches vs. Cancer® Suits and Sneakers awareness weekend, a collaborative initiative of the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC),...
- Jan 14, 2010Statement from Otis W. Brawley, M.D., chief medical officer, American Cancer Society
ATLANTA 2010/01/14 -"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Teddy Pendergrass as they mourn the loss of an American legend and musical icon. Colon cancer is the third most...
- Jan 11, 2010
Atlanta 2010/01/11 -Despite guidelines recommending that physicians discuss end-of-life options with terminally-ill patients who have less than a year to live, most who see cancer patients would...
- Dec 15, 2009A new study finds that the herb milk thistle may help treat liver inflammation in cancer patients who receive chemotherapy
Atlanta 2009/12/15 -A new study finds that the herb milk thistle may help treat liver inflammation in cancer patients who receive chemotherapy. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed...
- Dec 14, 2009
Atlanta 2009/12/14 -A new study finds many breast cancer patients—particularly African American women—do not receive recommended radiation treatments after undergoing a lumpectomy. The study,...
- Dec 9, 2009Quit For Life® Program Enrollment Historically Climbs More Than 40% in First Week of New Year
Seattle 2009/12/09 -Anyone planning to add “quit smoking” or “quit smokeless tobacco” to a 2010 New Year’s resolution list should start planning now if he or she wants to be tobacco free...
- Nov 30, 2009New iPhone and iPod Touch application helps mobile users join the Society’s movement to create a world with less cancer
ATLANTA 2009/11/30 -American Cancer Society, the Official Sponsor of Birthdays, today announced the launch of a new, free mobile application available for the iPhone and iPod Touch that brings its...
- Nov 19, 2009Statement of Howard K. Koh, M.D., M.P.H, Assistant Secretary for Health and Elizabeth T.H. Fontham, M.P.H., Dr. P.H., President, American Cancer Society
ATLANTA 2009/11/19 -“With recent news that adult smoking rates have remained unchanged since 2004, and research showing that a clear majority of smokers want to quit, we urge smokers to mark...
- Nov 19, 2009Corporate Impact Awards Recognize Companies' $1 Million-Plus Annual Gifts to American Cancer SocietySixteen Businesses Cited for Philanthropic Contributions to Furthering Society’s Vision of a World with Less Cancer and More Birthdays
ATLANTA 2009/11/19 -The American Cancer Society’s nationwide Corporate Impact Awards were presented today to 16 corporations during the organization’s 96th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. The...
- Nov 19, 2009Society's Medal of Honor to be Awarded on November 19
The American Cancer Society -- the nation's leading voluntary health organization and largest non-governmental investor in cancer research -- will present its highest honor, the Medal of Honor, to...
- Nov 18, 2009Awards Honor Accomplishments in Service, Volunteerism and Humanitarianism
Los Angeles 2009/11/18 -Three Americans whose unique talents and dedication have helped make progress in the fight against cancer today received prestigious awards from the American Cancer Society...
- Nov 18, 2009Nation's Largest Voluntary Health Organization Elects Colorectal Cancer Expert Alan G. Thorson, M.D., F.A.C.S., Banking Industry Expert George W.P. Atkins To Lead National Volunteer Board of Directors
Los Angeles 2009/11/18 -The American Cancer Society, the nation's largest voluntary health organization, elected 11 new officers to its volunteer 2009-2010 National Board of Directors during its...
- Nov 16, 2009The American Cancer Society guidelines will not change; annual mammography recommended for women 40 and over
Atlanta 2009/11/16 -November 16, 2009—The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) today announced that it is changing its guidelines for mammography and no longer recommends...
- Nov 12, 2009Survey Results Show Lack of Awareness of Available Resources to Help Smokers Quit
ATLANTA 2009/11/12 -Although a majority of smokers want to quit smoking, many delay making a plan to quit until the last minute, according to a recent American Cancer Society online survey of...
- Nov 11, 2009Despite Tobacco Industry’s Powerful Efforts to Halt Progress, Several Countries Continue to Put Smoke-free Laws into Place
Atlanta 2009/11/11 -As African nations are poised to undergo the highest increase in the rate of tobacco use among developing countries, nearly 90 percent of people on the continent remain without...
- Nov 6, 2009Less Smoking Leads to More Birthdays
Atlanta 2009/11/06 -As the official sponsor of birthdays, the American Cancer Society marks the 34th Great American Smokeout on November 19 by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to...
- Nov 4, 2009Advisory Group to Aid Nationwide Gift Planning for World’s Largest Nonprofit Organization Dedicated to Saving Lives and Creating a World with Less Cancer and More Birthdays
Atlanta 2009/11/04 -The American Cancer Society announced that it has established a Nationwide Gift Planning Advisory Council, which commenced during the third quarter of the 2009 calendar year...
- Oct 28, 2009Experienced survivors help newly diagnosed women cope with breast cancer so they can focus on getting well
ATLANTA 2009/10/28 -The American Cancer Society provides newly diagnosed women, men, and those living with breast cancer with a number of programs and services to help them get well. Among these...
- Oct 28, 2009
Atlanta 2009/11/04 -The American Cancer Society announced that it has established a Nationwide Gift Planning Advisory Council, which commenced during the third quarter of the 2009 calendar year...
- Oct 26, 2009
Atlanta 2009/10/26 -A new analysis has identified a significant delay in follow-up times among African-American women after the finding of a suspicious breast abnormality. Published in the...
- Oct 23, 2009
Atlanta 2009/10/23 -Recently there’s been some media attention about the American Cancer Society and our views on cancer screening that may have been confusing to some. We wanted to be sure that...
- Oct 21, 2009Statement of Otis W. Brawley, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, American Cancer Society in Response to New York Times Article on Cancer Screening
"Today's New York Times article 'In Shift, Cancer Society Has Concerns on Screening' indicates that the American Cancer Society is changing its guidance on cancer screening to emphasize the risk...
- Oct 16, 2009Combined Cessation Treatment Services Create Industry-Leader and Improve Ability to Save Lives
ATLANTA 2009/10/16 -The American Cancer Society and Free & Clear today announced a strategic business collaboration that will combine the legendary brand reach of the world’s leading voluntary...
- Oct 14, 2009
Chicago 2009/10/14 -The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) has released the seventh edition of the AJCC Cancer Staging Manual. The manual is intended to provide physicians and health care...
- Oct 14, 2009James A. Block, M.D., to Receive Inaugural Pathfinder in Palliative Care Award
ATLANTA 2009/10/14 -James A. Block, M.D., president of J.A. Block Health Associates, will receive the inaugural 2009 American Cancer Society Pathfinder in Palliative Care Award, which recognizes...
- Oct 12, 2009LaMar S. McGinnis, Jr., M.D., Takes Office
ATLANTA 2009/10/12 -LaMar S. McGinnis, Jr., M.D., who has served the American Cancer Society for 35 years and currently serves as senior medical advisor, was installed as the incoming president of...
- Oct 10, 2009
ATLANTA 2009/10/12 -LaMar S. McGinnis, Jr., M.D., who has served the American Cancer Society for 35 years and currently serves as senior medical advisor, was installed as the incoming president of...
- Oct 7, 2009
Atlanta 2009/10/07 -The American Cancer Society, the largest non-government, not-for-profit funding source of cancer research in the United States, has awarded 94 new national research and...
- Oct 7, 2009Chemistry Award Brings Number of Society Funded Researchers to 44
Atlanta 2009/10/07 -One of the three scientists receiving the 2009 Nobel Prize for Chemistry is a former American Cancer Society research grantee, bringing the number of Nobel Laureates among the...
- Oct 5, 2009Award Means 43 Society Funded Researchers Have Received the Honor
Atlanta 2009/10/05 -One of the three scientists receiving the 2009 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine received an American Cancer Society research grant early in his career, bringing to 43 the...
- Sep 30, 2009Leading women bloggers to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays in the blogosphere
ATLANTA 2009/09/30 -To build awareness and activism around its recently launched “more birthdays” movement, the American Cancer Society, the Official Sponsor of Birthdays today announced the...
- Sep 30, 2009
Atlanta 2009/09/30 -A new report from the American Cancer Society finds the breast cancer death rate in the United States continues to drop more than 2 percent per year, a trend that began in...
- Sep 22, 2009Cookbook also offers tips to overcome side effects and advice for caregivers
ATLANTA 2009/09/22 -Cancer patients have unique nutritional needs, and a person’s appetite may change daily based on the type of treatment they are receiving. Although nutrition is critical to...
- Sep 15, 2009
Atlanta 2009/09/15 -The latest edition of Cancer Facts & Figures for Hispanics/Latinos reports that Hispanic/Latino Americans –the largest, fastest-growing, and youngest minority in the United...
- Sep 14, 2009
Atlanta 2009/09/14 -Depression can affect a cancer patient’s likelihood of survival. That is the finding of an analysis published in the November 15, 2009 issue of CANCER, a peer-reviewed...
- Sep 14, 2009
Atlanta 2009/09/14 -A new study finds that there is little information available about the use of new testing technologies and targeted therapies in breast cancer, specifically the anti-cancer...
- Sep 4, 2009Focuses attention on the need for further research and better treatments to create a world with more birthdays for children
ATLANTA 2009/09/04 -Despite major advances in treatment and survival in the last three decades, childhood cancer is still the leading cause of death from disease in children under 15. The American...
- Aug 26, 2009Statement by John R. Seffrin, PhD, CEO of the American Cancer Society and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
Washington 2009/08/26 -“We are truly saddened by the passing of a giant in the area of health care policy -- our friend, U.S. Senator and recipient of the American Cancer Society’s highest...
- Aug 25, 2009By 2015 two million will die each year from tobacco-induced cancers
Atlanta 2009/08/25 -The Tobacco Atlas, Third Edition, published by the American Cancer Society and World Lung Foundation, estimates that tobacco use kills some six million people each year- more...
- Aug 24, 2009
Atlanta 2009/08/24 -Among unmarried cancer patients, those who are separated at the time of diagnosis do not live as long as widowed, divorced, and never married patients. That is the conclusion...
- Aug 24, 2009
Atlanta 2009/08/24 -A new analysis finds that adolescents and young adults diagnosed with blood-related cancers in recent years have better long-term survival rates than those who were diagnosed...
- Aug 10, 2009Limb-Sparing Surgery May Not Provide Better Quality of Life than Amputation for Bone Cancer Patients
Atlanta 2009/08/10 -Limb-sparing surgery, which has been taking the place of amputation for bone and soft tissue sarcomas of the lower limb in recent years, may not provide much or even any...
- Aug 10, 2009
Atlanta 2009/08/10 -A new study finds that young women with early-stage ovarian cancer can preserve future fertility by keeping at least one ovary or the uterus without increasing the risk of...
- Jul 31, 2009
ATLANTA 2009/07/31 -Below is a statement from Otis Brawley, M.D., chief medical officer, on Senator Christopher Dodd’s (D-CT) announcement that he has early stage prostate cancer. "Our thoughts...
- Jul 23, 2009Emerging Chef Alexandra Mudry’s New Take on Red Velvet is the Official Birthday Cake of the American Cancer Society
ATLANTA 2009/07/23 -The American Cancer Society, the Official Sponsor of Birthdays, joined forces with The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), the world’s premier culinary college, to reinvent...
- Jul 9, 2009Signature Fundraising Event to Celebrate “One World…One Hope”
ATLANTA 2009/07/09 -Celebrating its fifth year in the virtual world, the 2009 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Second Life is set for July 18-19 as avatars representing cancer survivors,...
- Jun 30, 2009Organizations Bring Unique Strengths to Form United Front Against Catastrophic “Hidden” Disease
Austin 2009/06/30 -Today the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the American Cancer Society announced they have formed a first-of-its-kind partnership to empower and support survivors all over the...
- Jun 25, 2009Statement from Elizabeth "Terry" T.H. Fontham, M.P.H., Dr.P.H., national volunteer president, on the death of Farrah Fawcett from cancer at age 62.
Atlanta 2009/06/25 -Below is a statement from Elizabeth "Terry" T.H. Fontham, M.P.H., Dr.P.H., national volunteer president, on the death of Farrah Fawcett from cancer at age 62. "We are saddened...