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Trials for New Cancer Drugs Face a Shortage of Patients
Personalized Cancer Vaccines Show Promise Against Melanoma

Eight Substances Added to 15th Report on Carcinogens

A chronic bacterial infection, a flame retardant, and six water disinfection byproducts are listed in a new HHS cancer report.

The American Cancer Society Releases Updated Report On Cancer Disparities In The U.S.

Inequity in social determinants of health, including institutional racism and economic inequity, are impacting cancer outcomes.

Breast Cancer Survival Differs Dramatically by Where People Live

Women residing in locations with historic housing discrimination have lower breast cancer survival rates.

Who should receive COVID-19 vaccine boosters?

Older and immunocompromised people and those with underlying health conditions could benefit most from additional shots.
Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson, National Ambassador for the American Cancer Society and Partnering For Life

Virtual Gospel Music Concert Will Raise Awareness of Cancer in the Black Community

Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson will host the American Cancer Society’s “Call To Action” on December 4th.
Matt, 41, diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer in 2018, shown here with his wife Yi, received assistance from Family Reach.

The St. Jude’s Controversy: A Welcome Spotlight on the Financial Reality of Cancer

A single mom driving all night with her sick child because she can’t afford a hotel room? That’s what cancer means in the United States.

Lower Health Literacy Linked to Poorer Cancer Care Outcomes

Cancer patients with lower health literacy reported worse quality of life.

All Adults Can Now Get COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Boosters further reduce the risk of severe illness and can help curb coronavirus transmission.

New Cancer Treatments: Why Aren’t All People Reaping the Benefits?

In clinical trials for personalized cancer treatments, Black and Latino people are routinely understudied compared with whites.

A Half Century of Progress in ‘War on Cancer’

New analysis from the American Cancer Society shows large declines in cancer mortality since 1971 passage of National Cancer Act.

Do You Live Near a Cancer Hot Spot? A New Tox Map Lets You Know

Carcinogenic air pollution is often concentrated in communities of color.

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Breast Cancer Patients Often Use Marijuana but Don’t Tell Their Doctors

Many breast cancer patients rely on cannabis not just to relieve side effects but to treat cancer yet may be unaware of possible harms.

Smokers Who Quit Before Age 40 Avoid 90% of Excess Risk of Cancer Death

Older individuals who smoke could also substantially reduce the risk of cancer death if they quit.

For Black Women, Early Mammograms Could Be Lifesaving

Screening Black women for breast cancer starting at age 40 would decrease deaths by 57%.

Exercise Can Prevent Various Cancers

Just five hours of exercise each week can stop the development of certain cancers.
National Institutes of Health director Francis Collins, MD, PhD

Francis Collins to Step Down as Director of the National Institutes of Health

Collins has led the NIH under three presidents over more than 12 years.
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