Lindsay O., an American Cancer Society volunteer, lost her grandmother to ovarian cancer. We can’t always anticipate what happens to those we love and ourselves, but we can make a plan: https://lnkd.in/gzJMeNqV
American Cancer Society
Non-profit Organizations
Atlanta, GA 280,954 followers
We have a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Learn more at cancer.org or by calling us at 1-800-227-2345.
About us
The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are the only organization improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Learn more at cancer.org or by calling us at 1-800-227-2345.
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http://www.cancer.org
External link for American Cancer Society
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, GA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1913
- Specialties
- cancer, nonprofit, Relay For Life relayforlife.org, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer makingstrideswalk.org, Hope Lodge, CPS-3, Coaches vs. Cancer, Road To Recovery, Reach To Recovery, and cancer prevention
Locations
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Primary
250 Williams Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303, US
Employees at American Cancer Society
Updates
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1 in 257 children and adolescents will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 20. We think that number should be zero. Join us in the fight against childhood cancer. Learn more at cancer.org/goldtogether.
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An estimated 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer are expected to be diagnosed this year. Knowing your score means knowing your prostate-specific antigen (PSA) number, which you can find out through prostate cancer screening. Know your score, know your odds when it comes to prostate cancer. Ask a doctor about a PSA blood test. It could save your life. Learn more at cancer.org/getscreened.
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While these studies about cancer on the rise in young adults can be concerning, there are things you can do and changes you can make to help reduce your risk. Dr. Arif Kamal MD, MBA shares simple steps you can follow to reduce your cancer risk at any age.
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Stay healthy by eating nutritious foods and getting recommended vaccinations. Learn more at nourishmyhealth.org.
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HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is a common virus that can cause 6 types of cancer. While there is no treatment for HPV, there is a vaccine that can prevent it. If your child is between ages 9 and 12, ask their doctor about the HPV vaccine. Learn more about HPV Vaccines at cancer.org/HPV 📹: Arif Kamal MD, MBA
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Genes: how do they turn “on” and “off”? And what does this mean for people with cancer? American Cancer Society grantee Dr. Liling Wan explains what her lab is working on. Learn more about our grants and the research we support: https://lnkd.in/e5M38vVM
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American Cancer Society reposted this
More time in the sun means keeping your skin protected from the harsh rays. Fans are staying safe in the sun during the NFL Training Camps, and you should too. Visit NFL.com/CrucialCatch to find your American Cancer Society Sun Safety tips!
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American Cancer Society reposted this
Rural communities face a disproportionately higher colorectal cancer mortality rate compared to urban areas. To address this gap, the American Cancer Society and Color Health will be distributing free at-home screening kits through select health centers and clinics, bringing vital early detection tools directly to those who need them most. With full patient support from testing to results, it's an important step towards health equity in cancer care. Read the news here: https://lnkd.in/gEdHYUYw Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtmsMcqV #RuralHealth #HealthEquity
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We’ve been changing the course of cancer for more than 110 years. In 2023 alone, our impact includes providing more than 500,000 nights for free lodging for people with cancer and awarding researchers investigating promising cancer solutions with more than 100 grants. More in our Annual Report: https://lnkd.in/gVZRer_Z
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