Our Peer Review Committee scientists embrace the central ACS tenet that peer review not only helps us fund the most impactful cancer research, but also serves to make the applicants better scientists.

After exposure to measles, you should postpone your cancer care appointments until you know you haven’t developed it. If you ...

Radiation therapy to the pelvis can cause sexual problems for many women with cancer. These problems can be temporary or last long-term after treatment has finished. Radiation to other body parts, ...

The American Cancer Society couldn't do what we do without the support of our partners. Learn more about how these partnerships support our efforts to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Each ...

What you eat and drink can impact your health in a big way. In fact, getting to and staying at a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and avoiding or limiting alcohol are 3 of the best ways to help ...

Estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2020 (In 2020, there will be an estimated 1.8 million new cancer cases diagnosed and 606,520 cancer deaths in the United States.) Current cancer ...

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that ...

Estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2023 by cancer site and US state Current cancer incidence, mortality, and survival statistics Information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early ...

If you have a brain or spinal cord tumor or are close to someone who does, knowing what to expect can be helpful. Here you can find out all about brain and spinal cord tumors in adults, including risk ...

Acute myeloid leukemia is also called acute myelocytic leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, acute granulocytic leukemia, acute non-lymphocytic leukemia, or sometimes just AML. It is most common in ...

Cancer and cancer treatment can cause skin changes such as dryness, itchiness, and rash, as well as hair loss and nail changes. Learn what to look for and how to manage hair, skin and nail problems.