Become educated and share your knowledge!
In 2007, it was estimated that nearly 1.4 million Americans would be diagnosed with cancer. The American Cancer Society, the nation’s leading voluntary health organization, is determined to ultimately eliminate cancer as a major health threat through research, education, advocacy and service programs.
Part of helping to find a cure for cancer is understanding the causes of the disease, and what we can do in our everyday lives to prevent it, treat it, and survive it. Becoming an active learner and advocate for cancer education is the first step we can all take in the fight against cancer.
The American Cancer Society has funded hundreds of researchers since the beginning of its research program in 1946, with 42 of these investigators going on to win Nobel Prizes. As the largest not-for-profit source of cancer research funding, the American Cancer Society has invested more than $3.1 billion in cancer research.
The key to detecting cancer early, or preventing cancer all together, is education. The American Cancer Society prides itself on its early detection and prevention guidelines addressing breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer, among others.
Programs offered through the American Cancer Society are focused to help those who have been diagnosed with cancer and their families. The programs also encourage the early detection and prevention of cancers through lifestyle decisions.
The American Cancer Society has served thousands of cancer patients through its programs and awareness efforts; however, the real strength of the American Cancer Society lies in its volunteers, who translate policy into reality. Motivated by personal experiences and concern for others, we can help to accomplish the mission of the American Cancer Society.
For information on programs within ACS or to learn more about cancer advocacy and prevention, call toll-free anytime 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit the American Cancer Society Web site at www.cancer.org.
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