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Coronavirus and Cancer Resources for Survivors

Cancer survivors have expressed concerns and questions about COVID-19, the coronavirus, and how they may be at higher risk due to their cancer history. Here are some resources about COVID-19 generally, and its impact for cancer survivors specifically. NCCS is seeking answers from public health experts on the coronavirus and its impact on cancer patients and survivors. Please leave a comment [...]
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A Voice for Change: Rebecca Muñoz’s AYA Cancer Journey of Advocacy and Research

Meet Rebecca Muñoz. Diagnosed with breast cancer at 29, she turned her challenges into advocacy, founding Chemotherapy Cold Cappers and working tirelessly to improve care for AYA cancer patients. From testifying for biomarker legislation to mentoring future cancer researchers, Rebecca’s advocacy is creating lasting change. Learn more about Rebecca in this month's Advocate Spotlight.
Advocate Spotlight Lou Lanza From Diagnosis to Determination: Lou Lanza's Commitment to Survivorship

From Diagnosis to Determination: Lou Lanza’s Commitment to Survivorship Advocacy

Meet Lou Lanza. After surviving Stage IIa Large B Cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Lou turned his journey into a mission to support survivors, caregivers, and the cancer community through tireless advocacy. Learn more about Lou in this month's Advocate Spotlight.
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NCCS Mourns the Passing of President Jimmy Carter and Celebrates His Example of Cancer Survivorship

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) mourns the death of President Jimmy Carter at age 100. He lived life well, joyously,…
Family Building and Cancer Webinar

Webinar – Family Building and Cancer

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) recently presented the webinar "Family Building and Cancer," for an audience…

Monique Wilson – Spreading Joy and Purpose Through Advocacy

Meet Monique Wilson. A breast cancer survivor and advocate, Monique shares joy and empowers others through her work in survivorship and advocacy. Learn more about Monique in this month's Advocate Spotlight.
NCCS Survivorship CHampions WEbinar flyer: The PRomise and Challenges of Multi-Cancer Early Detection Tests - Watch now. Headshots of speakers Otis Brawley, MD and Stacey Tinianov, MPH

Webinar – Multi Cancer Early Detection Tools (MCED): The Promise and Challenges

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) hosted an insightful webinar discussion exploring the groundbreaking field of…
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From Research to Advocacy: Dottington Fullwood Champions Equity in Cancer Survivorship

Advocate Spotlight: Dottington Fullwood, EdD, CHES Dr. Dottington Fullwood’s connection to cancer began with a deeply personal…
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NCCS Presents The State of Cancer Survivorship: 2024 Survey Results

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) conducts an annual State of Survivorship Survey, in partnership with Edge Research,…

Susie Leigh – Founding a Movement, Shaping the Future

Meet Susan (Susie) Leigh, a four-time cancer survivor and one of the original founders of the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. For decades, Susie has been at the forefront of the cancer survivorship movement, advocating for better care and support for those living with and beyond cancer.
Marielle McLeod Advocate Spotlight

Breaking Down Barriers: Marielle McLeod’s Commitment to Elevating Voices in Cancer Care

Advocate Spotlight: Marielle McLeod Marielle McLeod’s experience with health care began long before she ever faced her own cancer…

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The NCCS Cancer Policy & Advocacy Team (CPAT) is a program for survivors and caregivers to learn about pressing policy issues that affect quality cancer care in order to be engaged as advocates in public policy around the needs of cancer survivors.

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