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Welcome to the American Cancer Society Press Room. Here you can browse our press releases, search our archives, and find details about our most recent announcements.
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 Rumors, Myths, and Truths
Uncover the truth about recent cancer rumors, stories about ACS, internet hoaxes, and email chain letters.
 Dr. Len's Cancer Blog
Dr. Len's Cancer Blog, authored by J. Leonard (Len) Lichtenfeld, MD, the Society's deputy chief medical officer, covers breaking cancer news and provides commentary on new research, scientific developments, and other cancer breakthroughs.
 2006 International Cancer and Tobacco Conferences
The American Cancer Society held the 2006 UICC World Cancer Congress and the 13th World Conference on Tobacco OR Health in July 2006 in Washington, D.C. This landmark event united the world's cancer and tobacco control communities in a global campaign against tobacco-related disease.
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Access the most up-to-date press releases and announcements from ACS.
Ten Years After Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, Much Work to be Done to Combat Tobacco Use
November 23, 2008 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) between the tobacco industry and 46 states.
Society Study Finds Racial Disparities Increasing for Cancers Unrelated to Smoking
A new American Cancer Society study finds that recent progress in closing the gap in overall cancer mortality between African Americans and whites may be due primarily to smoking-related cancers, and that cancer mortality differences related to screening and treatment may still be increasing.
Stakeholders Sought to Join National Grants Review Committee
The American Cancer Society is looking for people with a strong personal interest in the battle against cancer to help decide which grants should be funded by the organization’s research and training program.
Educational Materials Can Alter Young Women’s Attitudes About Tanning, May Reduce Skin Cancer
A new study indicates that educational literature can influence young women’s use of indoor tanning, not by raising their fear of skin cancer but by changing their attitudes about indoor tanning and promoting healthier alternatives for changing appearance.
Socioeconomic and Treatment Factors Affect Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Patients’ Survival
Socioeconomic factors and the type of treatment received have an impact on a non-Hodgkin lymphoma patient’s risk of dying.
 
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