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Navigating Cancer
No one has to go through their cancer journey alone thanks to the navigators at the American Cancer Society’s Patient Service Center.
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Physicians must talk, patients listen and act
Alvaro Carrascal, Senior Vice President of Cancer Control for the American Cancer Society in New York and New Jersey discusses the roles of doctors and patients in colon cancer screening.
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Don't Rely on Luck this St. Patrick's Day
Take charge of your health this year and find links to the latest cancer prevention and detection guidelines from the American Cancer Society.
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Social Media Fights Colon Cancer
Tag2Nag and Family PLZ! are the latest ways the American Cancer Society is utilizing social media to raise awareness about colorectal cancer and screening for the disease.
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Reports from New York and New Jersey
An index of the latest reports from the American Cancer Society of New York and New Jersey.
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Missing the Message on Colon Cancer
Despite some gains, the majority of people in New York and New Jersey still aren’t getting the message that early detection of colon cancer could save. Find our how your county measures up. their lives.
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Valentine's Day Non-Smoker's Survival Kit
If your Valentine is a smoker, replace that box of chocolate with a box of motivation by creating a Non-Smoker’s Survival Kit.
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QuitBuddy
Support and encouragement for smokers trying to quit is now only a text message away. American Cancer Society's QuitBuddy uses text messaging to help smokers quit.
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We Made Strides Against Breast Cancer
During the October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month the American Cancer Society teamed up with a number of business to make strides!
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A Beautiful DetermiNation
Recording executive and DetermiNation runner Matt Diamond's latest digital album will honor his cousin Shawn and support the American Cancer Society.
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Making Strides Super Sunday Results
It was a huge weekend for the fight against breast cancer as more than 250,000 people walked in American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events this weekend raising more than $15.5 million.
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Project Pink
Lord & Taylor supports the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer during October with “Project Pink”
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Knowledge is Key in Prostate Cancer
American Cancer Society says to know your risks and know your options when facing prostate cancer.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer on the Fight Back Podcast
Jill Leonowicz talks about the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and how you can get involved this Labor Day weekend.
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Three Essential Questions About Prostate Cancer
American Cancer Society encourages men to know the facts with these three essential questions as prostate cancer awareness month begins.
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More Pink For Your Green
Countdown begins to the official kick offs of American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events in New York and New Jersey
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FDA Unveils Graphic Warning Labels for Cigarette Packs
Graphic warning labels for cigarette packaging, according to the American Cancer Society, will reduce smoking rates and prevent smoking among youth.
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Looking for Breakthroughs in the Bronx
Dr. Salvatore Coniglio is spearheading some very promising research from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Morris Park.
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Nationally Recognized Public Health Crusader Joins ACS
Dr. Alvaro Carrascal brings his 20-plus years of experience at the forefront of public health to the fight against cancer as the new Senior Vice President of Cancer Control for New York and New Jersey.
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Don't Fry this Friday
The Friday before Memorial Day is designated Don’t Fry Day– a day to raise awareness of sun safety and encourage everyone to take steps to protect their skin.
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ACS Eastern Division Annual Report
Our American Cancer Society Eastern Division annual report celebrates the year's activities and achievements that have brought farther than ever before int he fight against cancer. It showcases personal stories of how the Society is saving lives by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures, and fighting back.
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A Mammogram for Mother's Day
urge all mom's to talk to their health care providers about getting screened for breast cancer and to better understand their personal risk for the disease.
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Cancer Journey Leads to New Friends in an Unexpected Place
Getting the right care sometimes means having to travel far from home. Hope Lodge helps.
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Gifts for Mother's Day at The Hope Shop
Day to a gift that shows you care in a way that no other gift can? A gift from the American Cancer Society’s Hope Shop.
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Surviving Spring Holiday Meals
Holiday meals are all about tradition, but some of the most customary foods served during Easter and Passover can pack on the calories.
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