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AACI (Association of American Cancer Institutes)
Hospitals and Health Care
Pittsburgh, PA 1,494 followers
Accelerating progress against cancer by enhancing the impact of academic cancer centers & promoting cancer health equity
About us
The Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) represents more than 100 premier academic and freestanding cancer centers in the United States and Canada. AACI is accelerating progress against cancer by enhancing the impact of academic cancer centers and promoting cancer health equity.
- Website
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http://www.aaci-cancer.org/
External link for AACI (Association of American Cancer Institutes)
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1959
- Specialties
- advocacy, DEI, health equity, clinical research, public policy, and cancer research
Locations
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Primary
3708 Fifth Avenue
Suite 503
Pittsburgh, PA 15213, US
Employees at AACI (Association of American Cancer Institutes)
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Chris Zurawsky
Director, Communications and Public Affairs, AACI
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Jaren Love
Senior Government Relations Manager at Association of American Cancer Institutes
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Kendra Cameron
Program Manager at Association of American Cancer Institutes
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Dawn Larkins Gobble
Events Manager at Association of American Cancer Institutes
Updates
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Legislation in 12 states mandates that insurance plans cover #fertility preservation for patients experiencing #infertility induced by medical treatment, including treatment for #cancer. Learn more in our latest Public Policy Resource Library post: https://ow.ly/N3ns50T9Cxf
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We appreciate the support of our Sustaining Members, including the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC). Sustaining membership in AACI is open to nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing the education and professional development of oncology professionals and researchers. These organizations are committed to clinical and basic cancer research, public cancer education, and advocating for cancer patients and their families, all with the goal of improving access to high-quality care. Learn more about the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) by visiting www.sitcancer.org
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In an era of increasing health misinformation, securing public trust is crucial for academic and medical institutions. Join us at the 2024 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting in Chicago for "Establishing Academic Integrity and Public Trust in the Misinformation Era" on Monday, October 21, at 1:45 PM CT. Register here: https://bit.ly/4aPl5ET #AACI2024
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We appreciate the support of our Sustaining Members, including Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA). Sustaining membership in AACI is open to nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing the education and professional development of oncology professionals and researchers. These organizations are committed to clinical and basic cancer research, public cancer education, and advocating for cancer patients and their families, all with the goal of improving access to high-quality care. Learn more about the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) by visiting, www.hoparx.org
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"AACI represents over 100 leading academic cancer centers with a mutual goal of accelerating progress against cancer. Funding for The National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) drives that progress - and steady, predictable funding increases are critical to the future of cancer research. We are proud to partner with hundreds of organizations to highlight the urgent need to fund lifesaving discoveries at cancer centers and laboratories nationwide." - AACI Executive Director Jennifer Pegher AACI is proud to participate in the Rally for Medical Research as a Silver Supporter. #cancerresearch #FundNIH #FundNCI #RallyMedRes
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📢 AACI has officially endorsed the 340B PATIENTS Act (HR 7635), introduced by Rep. Doris Matsui. This crucial legislation will strengthen the 340B program, ensuring patients can access their prescriptions at local pharmacies and that safety-net providers can continue to provide vital services. Read more in the August 2024 #AACIUpdate: https://lnkd.in/eFrzFfCS
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📢 Attention AACI members! You are invited to support the 2024 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting by purchasing an ad in the digital meeting program. Support opportunities are also available for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summit, hosted in partnership with the American Cancer Society and Cancer Center DEI Network. Both meetings will take place in Chicago this fall. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of these impactful events! To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/4fAa8KJ #AACI2024 #AACICCAFAnnualMeeting #DEISummit
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#ICYMI: The August 2024 AACI Update includes exciting news from our member cancer centers. Read the latest updates from North America's leading academic cancer centers and submit your center's September news by Wednesday, August 28. #AACINews #AACIUpdate https://bit.ly/4fwaiD5
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Although Hispanic/Latino individuals account for 19.5 percent of the U.S. population—and about 15 percent of the population in the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute catchment area—this group experiences a higher cancer burden due to delayed diagnosis, barriers to care, and other factors. With support from the Genentech Foundation Health Equity Innovation Fund, the Knight Cancer Institute launched Proyecto Mi Opción, a project to increase engagement and participation of the Hispanic/Latino community in cancer clinical trials. Learn more in the August 2024 #AACICommentary by Eneida Nemecek MD, MS, MBA. https://conta.cc/3yRBzz8 #HealthEquity #HealthDisparities #ClinicalResearch #ClinicalTrials #cancer
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