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 [...]
NCCS Celebrates “Focus on the Care” Reception in Honor of Dr. Richard Pazdur and Ellen Goodman
Last night survivors, advocates, researchers, innovators, and friends gathered at our 2015 Focus on the Care reception in celebration…
Announcing Two New Additions to the NCCS Leadership Team: An Introduction from Our CEO
Dear Friends,
I am thrilled to announce two new additions to the NCCS leadership team, Elena Jeannotte and Christin Engelhardt. They…
NCCS to Honor Dr. Richard Pazdur and Ellen Goodman at “Focus on the Care” Reception
Silver Spring, MD — The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship will host a reception to honor Dr. Richard Pazdur and Ellen Goodman…
Logistic Toxicity and Administrative Burdens for Cancer Survivors and Caregivers
There are many types of toxicities cancer patients face in their treatment. We hear most about the physical toxicities of treatment…
Advocates from Across the US Discuss Key Survivorship Issues at Cancer Policy Advocate Training
Last week, advocates from across the country came together for the NCCS Cancer Policy Advocate Training (CPAT). Participants spent…
Bipartisan Bill to Improve Cancer Care Is Introduced in House by Representatives Capps and Boustany
Planning Actively for Cancer Treatment (PACT) Act (H.R. 2846) would enhance care of millions of Medicare patients
Washington, D.C.…
Our Response to the Recent Allegations of Misuse of Donor’s Gifts by Four Cancer Charities
This week, we learned the heartbreaking news that four cancer charities have been accused of misusing donor's gifts, spent lavishly…
NCCS Joins Other Advocates in Endorsing Bipartisan Medical Debt Relief Act of 2015
This week NCCS joined a diverse group of advocacy groups in endorsing the bipartisan Medical Debt Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 2362). Medical…
Join Us: “Patient-Care Team Communication: How Can the Survivor Prepare to Manage a Lifetime of Care?” Webinar
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship is hosting a free webinar titled, “Patient-Care Team Communication: How Can the…
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Joins the Health Care Payment Learning and Action Network
Today the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) joined the Health Care Payment Learning and Action Network and announced…