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Albany Cancer Survivors to Be Celebrated at March Dinner
Community Heroes3h ago

Albany Cancer Survivors to Be Celebrated at March Dinner

Over 220 cancer survivors and their loved ones will gather for a free celebration dinner in Albany, Georgia, where hope takes center stage. The annual event brings together families touched by cancer to share meals, stories, and the kind of magic that only happens when survivors unite.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Las Vegas Cancer Gala Raises Funds for Life-Saving Research
Acts of Kindness5d ago

Las Vegas Cancer Gala Raises Funds for Life-Saving Research

The American Cancer Society's Game Changer Gala takes place this Saturday in Las Vegas, bringing together survivors and supporters to fund critical cancer research. Colon cancer survivor Tori Lyons will share her story at the event.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Santa Clarita Honors Cancer Survivors with Free Dinner
Health & WellnessFeb 18

Santa Clarita Honors Cancer Survivors with Free Dinner

Cancer survivors and their caregivers in Santa Clarita Valley are invited to a free celebration dinner that honors their journey and builds community. The American Cancer Society's annual event brings together those touched by cancer for an evening of recognition, connection, and hope.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
San Antonio Opens Hope Lodge for Cancer Patients
Health & WellnessFeb 14

San Antonio Opens Hope Lodge for Cancer Patients

A new Hope Lodge opening in San Antonio this October will provide 14,000 free nights of lodging annually for cancer patients traveling for treatment. The 40-suite facility addresses a critical need for the 7,500 patients who travel more than 50 miles each year to receive life-saving care in the city's Medical Center. #

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Marco Island Gala Raises Cancer Research Funds in Style
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Marco Island Gala Raises Cancer Research Funds in Style

Cancer survivors rang bells and shared stories as Marco Island's Imagination Ball combined timeless elegance with lifesaving purpose. The American Cancer Society fundraiser brought the community together to support research that could one day end cancer diagnoses.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Cancer Survivor Rates Hit 70% as Treatments Improve
Community HeroesFeb 5

Cancer Survivor Rates Hit 70% as Treatments Improve

More than 70% of cancer patients now survive five years or longer, according to the American Cancer Society. Jaqueline White, who beat stage three breast cancer in 2012, is one of millions celebrating life on World Cancer Day.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Santa Clarita Honors Cancer Survivors with Dinner Party
Acts of KindnessFeb 2

Santa Clarita Honors Cancer Survivors with Dinner Party

Cancer survivors and their caregivers in Santa Clarita Valley will be celebrated at a special dinner featuring live music, raffles, and inspiration on March 14. The event kicks off a season of hope leading to the May 2 Relay For Life celebration.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
New At-Home HPV Test Opens Cervical Cancer Screening to More
Health & WellnessJan 30

New At-Home HPV Test Opens Cervical Cancer Screening to More

The American Cancer Society now endorses self-collected HPV tests for cervical cancer screening, removing barriers that kept many women from accessing this lifesaving care. For people who face obstacles with traditional clinic visits, this change means finally getting screened.

Google News - Health2 min read
Idaho Basketball Joins $179M Fight Against Cancer
Health & WellnessJan 29

Idaho Basketball Joins $179M Fight Against Cancer

The University of Idaho's basketball team is joining a nationwide coaching movement that's raised $179 million to help cancer patients get free rides to treatment, lodging, and 24/7 support. What started with one cancer survivor coach in 1993 has become a lifeline for millions.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
13-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Shoots Hoops with Baylor Bears
Community HeroesJan 25

13-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Shoots Hoops with Baylor Bears

Michael Montague, a seventh-grader who beat leukemia after two years of chemotherapy, got to practice with Baylor's basketball team and inspire players with his courage. The visit was part of the American Cancer Society's Coaches vs. Cancer program, which has raised over $169 million for research.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Cancer Survival Rates Hit Historic Milestone Across All Types
Planet WinsJan 22

Cancer Survival Rates Hit Historic Milestone Across All Types

For the first time ever, the American Cancer Society reports improved five-year survival rates across every type of cancer. This breakthrough means more people are living longer after diagnosis than at any point in history.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
US Cancer Survival Hits 70%, Up From 50% in 1970s
Health & WellnessJan 19

US Cancer Survival Hits 70%, Up From 50% in 1970s

Seven in ten Americans now survive cancer for at least five years after diagnosis, according to the American Cancer Society's latest report. This milestone represents a stunning turnaround from the mid-1970s, when only half of patients reached that mark.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Indiana Cancer Survivors Push for Medical Debt Relief
Acts of KindnessJan 19

Indiana Cancer Survivors Push for Medical Debt Relief

Fifty cancer survivors are rallying at Indiana's Statehouse this week to champion legislation that would protect patients from crushing medical debt. Their mission: ensure no one has to choose between life-saving treatment and financial ruin.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read