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Chris Lopez, a colorectal cancer survivor, sits in a photo with his wife and daughter.

Diagnosed at 29, Colorectal Cancer Survivor Finds Purpose in Sharing His Story

Published on: March 6, 2025

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer at just 29, Chris Lopez was the youngest patient his oncologist had ever treated. Now in remission, he’s turning his experience into a mission: raising awareness, mentoring young cancer patients, and encouraging early detection. Read Chris’s inspiring journey of resilience, advocacy, and purpose.

Cancer in Young Adults Colon Rectum Cancer Stories of Hope
Three dogs, who are part of the ACS PAWS program, sit inside a hospital setting.

Facility Dogs Bring Joy and Calm to Pediatric Oncology Patients and Families

Published on: February 26, 2025

Facility dogs bring comfort and joy to pediatric cancer patients, helping ease anxiety during treatments, procedures, and hospital stays. Read more about how the American Cancer Society’s PAWS grant program is supporting facility dog programs nationwide.

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Can Aspirin Help Reduce Your Cancer Risk?

Published on: February 19, 2025

Researchers are studying whether a daily aspirin can help prevent cancer. Learn more about the benefits and risks of taking aspirin.

Cancer Updates Prevention
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Living with CML: Using a Coach’s Mindset to Take On Cancer

Published on: February 18, 2025

Learn how Coach Kevin Kelly used his game-time mindset to battle leukemia and became a fundraising organizer and an advocate for cancer research.

Leukemia - Chronic Myeloid (CML) Stories of Hope
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Is Chocolate Good for You? Benefits of Dark Chocolate

Published on: February 12, 2025

Research shows that eating chocolate, especially darker varieties, may have some health benefits. Learn more about the possible advantages and risks of eating chocolate.

Diet Nutrition Living Well
Caregiver Burnout with Stephanie and Joe Diana

Tips for Caregiver Burnout

Published on: February 10, 2025

Caregiver burnout may include physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Learn more about recognizing caregiver burnout and ways to deal with it.

Cancer Updates Caregiving
Dr. Arif Kamal and celebrity Patrick Dempsey sit on the front porch of a home as part of Pfizer's partnership with ACS to talk with others about disparities for those who live in rural communities with Change the Odds

Change the Odds: Cancer’s Impact on Rural America

Published on: February 8, 2025

Despite advances in cancer care, where a person lives can significantly impact their chances of survival. Actor and advocate Patrick Dempsey, inspired by his mother’s cancer journey in a small town, is partnering with the American Cancer Society and Pfizer in an effort to raise awareness and improve access to care.

Disparities Our Impact
A woman with long hair looks at a clipboard held by a doctor standing in front of a wall of windows.

5 Questions About Cervical Dysplasia to Ask Your Doctor

Published on: February 5, 2025

If you get abnormal results from a cervical cancer screening test, you’ll want to ask your doctor about HPV, follow-up testing, monitoring, and treatment.

Cancer Updates Cervical Cancer Prevention

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