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Jun 3, 2026ACS researchers stress the need to address food availability and preventionATLANTA, June 3, 2026 — Imagine not having access to affordable, healthy food. For many Americans, it’s a reality. A new study by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) shows that...
Jun 2, 2026ATLANTA, June 2, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS), in partnership with Cancer Research UK (CRUK), is hosting the 3rd annual Cancer Prevention Research Conference from June 3–5, 2026,...
May 28, 2026This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting to be held in Chicago, May 29-June 2ATLANTA, May 28, 2025 — American Cancer Society (ACS) scientists are presenting research studies at this year’s annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). The...
May 27, 2026ACS researchers aim to reduce colorectal cancer deaths by offering options to improve screening participationATLANTA, May 27, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) today released updated guidelines for colorectal cancer screening. The new recommendations reaffirm that average-risk adults should...
- May 27, 2026Los investigadores de la American Cancer Society (ACS) apuntan a reducir las muertes por cáncer colorrectal ofreciendo opciones para mejorar la participación en las pruebas de detección.
ATLANTA, 27 DE MAYO DE 2026 — La American Cancer Society (ACS) publicó hoy las guías actualizadas para la detección del cáncer colorrectal. Las nuevas recomendaciones reafirman que los...
- May 19, 2026American Cancer Society researchers say the findings highlight the importance of informed decision-making concerning initiating and/or expanding coal activities
ATLANTA, May 19, 2026 — Recent efforts to expand coal operations in the United States are poised to worsen exposure to coal pollutants in communities already disproportionately burdened by...
May 11, 2026The groundbreaking study expands age and geography eligibility to capture more life experiences to improve the health of Black womenATLANTA, May 11, 2026 – VOICES of Black Women, a groundbreaking study designed and led by Black women to better understand and improve the health of Black women across the nation, announced an...
- May 6, 2026
ATLANTA, May 6, 2026 – The American Cancer Society has appointed four new members to its Board of Directors, adding leadership depth as the organization accelerates efforts to advance its vision...
- Apr 23, 2026Stanford Health Care’s gift will go toward development of the first facility in California, expanding access to free lodging for cancer patients and caregivers receiving treatment.
SAN FRANCISCO — April 23, 2026 — The American Cancer Society today announced a collaboration with Stanford Health Care to bring a new American Cancer Society Hope Lodge® to the San Francisco...
Apr 17, 2026ACS researchers also to be honored with two prestigious conference awardsATLANTA, April 17, 2026 — American Cancer Society (ACS) scientists will share new findings spanning survivorship, sleep and cancer risk, and tumor immunology at the 2026 American Association for...
Apr 7, 2026The publication will provide a platform to share discoveries and advance knowledge across the field of pediatric and AYA oncologyATLANTA, April 7, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) today announced the launch of its fourth medical journal, Pediatric, Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer. This international,...
- Mar 18, 2026Two American Cancer Society studies highlight increase in cancer burden in rural areas
ATLANTA, March 18, 2026 — Where a person lives in the United States increasingly shapes their chances of developing and surviving cancer. A new large nationwide study by researchers at the...
Mar 6, 2026ATLANTA, March 6, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) has awarded the 2026 Medal of Honor to Dr. Tyler Jacks, professor of biology at the David H. Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer...
Mar 2, 2026American Cancer Society scientists stress the need for increases in research, prevention, and screening to reverse course on these troubling disease trendsATLANTA, March 2, 2026 — Colorectal cancer rates in the United States are moving in two very different directions, according to a new report released today from the American Cancer Society...
- Mar 2, 2026Científicos de la American Cancer Society (ACS) subrayan la necesidad de aumentar la investigación, la prevención y la detección para revertir estas preocupantes tendencias.
ATLANTA, 2 de marzo de 2026 — Las tasas de cáncer colorrectal en Estados Unidos se están moviendo en dos direcciones muy diferentes, según un nuevo informe publicado hoy por la American...
Feb 23, 2026The American Cancer Society study reported states with higher vaccination rates generally experienced a faster decline in cervical cancer riskATLANTA, February 23, 2026 — A new study by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) shows cervical cancer incidence rates in women ages 20-31 declined by 27% in the United States...
- Jan 22, 2026American Cancer Society researchers emphasize earlier diagnosis of young-onset colorectal cancer through symptom education and screening
ATLANTA, January 22, 2026 — A new study by American Cancer Society (ACS) researchers shows that overall cancer mortality in people younger than 50 in the United States has decreased by 44%, from...
- Jan 20, 2026The American Cancer Society study sheds light on the potential adverse effects and limitations of coverage for cancer patients with cancer under short-term limited-duration health plans
ATLANTA, January 20, 2026 – In 2018, the federal government expanded the coverage duration of short-term limited-duration (STLD) health plans from 3 months to less than 12 months with the option...
Jan 13, 2026This report marks the 75th year American Cancer Society researchers have analyzed and disseminated cancer data to help improve public healthATLANTA, January 13, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) today released Cancer Statistics, 2026, the organization’s annual report on cancer facts and trends. The new findings show, for...
Jan 13, 2026Este informe marca el 75.º año en que los investigadores de la American Cancer Society han analizado y difundido datos sobre el cáncer para ayudar a mejorar la salud pública.ATLANTA, 13 de enero de 2026 — La American Cancer Society (ACS) publicó hoy Estadísticas del cáncer, 2026 (Cancer Statistics), el informe anual de la organización sobre datos y tendencias...
Dec 16, 2025In the biennial report, American Cancer Society researchers stress funding and intervention programs to broadly improve cancer prevention and controlATLANTA, December 16, 2025 — In new research on the status of cancer disparities in the United States, American Cancer Society (ACS) scientists report higher cancer mortality rates among adults...
Dec 4, 2025ACS researchers aim to reduce cervical cancer deaths with new screening recommendationsATLANTA, December 4, 2025 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) released updated guidelines today for cervical cancer screening, reflecting advances in disease detection and accessibility in the...
Dec 4, 2025Investigadores de la ACS buscan reducir las muertes por cáncer de cuello uterino con nuevas recomendaciones de detección.ATLANTA, 4 de diciembre de 2025 — La American Cancer Society publicó hoy guías actualizadas para la detección del cáncer de cuello uterino, que reflejan avances en la detección de la...
Nov 19, 2025American Cancer Society researchers stress improving awareness of lung cancer screening is needed to help save livesATLANTA, November 19, 2025 — In a new, large study led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), scientists found that only an estimated 1 in 5 eligible individuals in the United States received...
Nov 18, 2025ATLANTA, November 18, 2025 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) and its advocacy affiliate the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), today announced the appointment of Darrow...
Nov 17, 2025ATLANTA, November 17, 2025 – For individuals diagnosed with cancer, participation in a clinical trial offers the opportunity to explore new treatment options; however, for many, finding and...
Nov 10, 2025American Cancer Society researchers stress the need for public health policies to help make healthcare affordable for patients with cancerATLANTA, November 10, 2025 — In a new study published by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS), a growing number of cancer survivors and their families in the United States are using...
Nov 3, 2025During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, ACS scientists offer an aerial view of the tobacco landscape in the United StatesATLANTA, November 3, 2025 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) today announced the inaugural release of The U.S. Tobacco Atlas, a fact-based, digital scientific resource offering comprehensive...
- Nov 3, 2025Durante el Mes de Concienciación sobre el Cáncer de Pulmón, los científicos de la ACS ofrecen una vista aérea del panorama del tabaco en los Estados Unidos.
ATLANTA, 5 de noviembre de 2025 — La American Cancer Society (ACS) anunció hoy la publicación inaugural de The U.S. Tobacco Atlas (Atlas del Tabaco en los EE.UU.), un recurso digital...
Oct 20, 2025The American Cancer Society report adds to growing evidence of the benefits of Medicaid expansion for cancer diagnoses and patient outcomesATLANTA, October 20, 2025 — The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted health care, including cancer screening and diagnosis, especially for medically underserved populations, leading to substantial...
Oct 14, 2025ATLANTA, October 14, 2025 – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the American Cancer Society is proud to highlight the groundbreaking work of Dr. Steven Katz, professor of health management and...
Oct 11, 2025CHICAGO, October 11, 2025 — In a new study led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), researchers found that patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who received federal housing...
Oct 11, 2025CHICAGO, October 11, 2025 — In a new, large study led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), scientists found that survival disparities by health insurance and race among women newly diagnosed...
Oct 11, 2025CHICAGO, October 11, 2025 — Rare cancers, defined as fewer than 6 cases per 100,000 people per year, are understudied in the United States. Patients with rare cancers may experience unique...
Oct 11, 2025CHICAGO, October 11, 2025 — In a new, national study led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), scientists found that both individual health-related social needs (HRSNs), such as food insecurity,...
Oct 11, 2025CHICAGO, October 11, 2025 — There has been limited research examining whether smoking is associated with labor force participation, inability to work, and missed workdays among cancer survivors...
Oct 10, 2025CHICAGO, October 10, 2025 — Although palliative care use has increased over time among young adults with advanced cancers in the United States, new research led by the American Cancer Society...
Oct 8, 2025ATLANTA, October 8, 2025 — Scientists from the American Cancer Society (ACS) are presenting research studies at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)...
Oct 7, 2025American Cancer Society researchers cite a critical need for increased study of this unique breast cancer subtypeATLANTA, October 7, 2025 — Today, the American Cancer Society released Lobular Breast Cancer Statistics, 2025, a report on occurrence and outcomes in the United States for this subtype of breast...
- Oct 7, 2025Investigadores de la American Cancer Society citan la necesidad crítica de aumentar el estudio de este subtipo único de cáncer de seno.
ATLANTA, 7 de octubre de 2025 - Hoy, la American Cancer Society ha publicado Estadísticas del cáncer de seno lobular, 2025, un informe sobre la incidencia y los resultados en Estados Unidos de...
Oct 1, 2025ATLANTA, October 1, 2025 — This October, the American Cancer Society (ACS) commemorates the 40th anniversary of the founding of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 1985, ACS co-led the effort to...
- Oct 1, 2025
ATLANTA, 1 de octubre de 2025 - Este mes de octubre, la American Cancer Society (ACS) conmemora el 40 aniversario de la fundación del Mes de concienciación sobre el cáncer de seno. En 1985, la...
Sep 29, 2025Washington, D.C. – September 29, 2025 – Dr. Anthony Letai has been named as the National Cancer Institute (NCI)’s new director. This role is critical to ensuring ongoing innovation in oncology.
Sep 26, 2025By addressing access to screening in NFL markets, Crucial Catch improves cancer outcomes nationwide.ATLANTA, September 26, 2025 – The 5-year survival rate for many cancers is over 90% when detected early. Getting screened is crucial to catching cancer early, when it may be easier to treat. Through
Sep 26, 2025American Cancer Society researchers stress the importance of following ACS Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for cancer survivorsATLANTA, September 26, 2025 — A new study from the American Cancer Society (ACS) reports that men diagnosed with non-metastatic prostate cancer who adopted the ACS Nutrition and Physical...
- Sep 26, 2025Los investigadores de la American Cancer Society remarcan la importancia de seguir las guías de la ACS sobre nutrición y actividad física para sobrevivientes de cáncer
ATLANTA, 26 de septiembre de 2025 - Un nuevo estudio de la American Cancer Society (ACS) informa de que los hombres diagnosticados con cáncer de próstata no metastásico que adoptaron la Guía...
Sep 25, 2025In recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, two leading cancer research organizations to collaborate to bring decades of scientific research into clinical practiceATLANTA, September 25, 2025 – More than 20,000 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed in the United States this year, and more than 12,000 women are expected to die from the disease....
Sep 24, 2025American Cancer Society researchers stress the need to increase access to cancer care for historically marginalized populations to help mitigate disparitiesATLANTA, September 24, 2025 — A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) shows that the overall five-year cancer survival rates for each stage of cancer (localized,...
Sep 2, 2025The American Cancer Society study shows the highest mortality rates are among Black and Native American menATLANTA, September 2, 2025 — Today, the American Cancer Society (ACS) released Prostate Cancer Statistics, 2025, a report on current prostate cancer occurrence and outcomes in the United States....
- Sep 2, 2025El estudio de la American Cancer Society muestra que las tasas de mortalidad más altas se dan entre los hombres de raza negra y los nativos americanos
ATLANTA, 02 de septiembre de 2025 — Hoy, la American Cancer Society (ACS) publicó las Estadísticas del cáncer de próstata, 2025, un informe sobre la incidencia y los resultados actuales del...