The American Cancer Society is partnering with Pfizer in support of Change the Odds: Uniting to Improve Cancer Outcomes. Black communities are disproportionately impacted by prostate cancer. The initiative aims to increase screening and support for cancer services, including culturally and linguistically diverse resources. Learn about our work with Pfizer: https://lnkd.in/ehR-wcd9 Learn more about prostate cancer screening: cancer.org/getscreened #ACSPoweredByPartnership #everycancereverylife #ChangeTheOdds This Is Living With Cancer
American Cancer Society - Northeast Region
Hospitals and Health Care
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1,659 followers
End cancer as we know it, for everyone.
About us
The American Cancer Society is the leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision of ending cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are the only organization working to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. * Research – ACS is the largest, non-government funder of cancer research in the United States. Since 1946, we have invested over $4.9 billion in research related to cancer detection, prevention, and treatments. Currently, here in Pennsylvania, we are funding roughly 49 grants totaling more than $30 million. * Education – We work to educate the public on ways in which to lower cancer risks, as well as on the advantages of early detection. * Advocacy – Through our affiliate organization, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, we work with our elected officials to ensure that people have a voice on matters related to cancer and health equity. * Patient Services - Our 24/7 hotline (800-227-2345) provides answers and resources to anyone seeking cancer information, and our Reach to Recovery program provides breast cancer patients with one-on-one peer support from breast cancer survivors. Although currently paused due to the coronavirus, some other programs include our Road to Recovery program, which offers rides to treatments for those who have no other form of transportation, and our Hope Lodge Program, which provides a free place to stay in select areas of the country for those who need to travel a far distance to receive their treatment.
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http://www.cancer.org
External link for American Cancer Society - Northeast Region
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1913
- Specialties
- cancer, research, advocacy, education, and patient services
Locations
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PO Box 862
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
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1818 Market Street
Suite 2820
Philadelphia, PA 19103, US
Employees at American Cancer Society - Northeast Region
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Jason Staley, CFA, CAIA®
Partner; Chief Investment Officer (PFS) at Schneider Downs Wealth Management Advisors, LP
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Jennifer Howard
Sr. Coordinator - Development at American Cancer Society - Northeast Region
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Ana Paisley
Associate Director, Cancer Center Partnerships
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Rebecca Carper, MPH
Cancer Control Strategic Partnerships Manager at American Cancer Society - Greater Philadelphia
Updates
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VOICES of Black Women is a pivotal long-term study led by the American Cancer Society. The goal? To better understand how and why health conditions like cancer disproportionately affect Black women so we can strive for enhanced health outcomes among Black women for generations to come. Visit VOICES.cancer.org to learn more. Featuring VOICES Ambassador @lilithcosta_
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“A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work.” — Colin Powell Our nation was built on the sweat, determination, and hard work of those who came before us. Let’s take a moment to honor and remember the men and women who joined together to literally forge our country into what it is today.
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VOICES of Black Women is a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black women across the nation. Your voice today can help change our collective future forever. Visit VOICES.cancer.org to learn more.
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A shout-out to Liberty Bank - CT President and CEO David Glidden, who was recently highlighted in The Benefactor, a publication of the American Cancer Society. In the article, David discusses the impact cancer has had on his family’s life and why his support of the American Cancer Society is so very important. Thank you, David, for helping us to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
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The American Cancer Society is proud to be collaborating with Northwell Cancer Institute on a video designed to raise awareness of prostate cancer. Earlier this week we wrapped up shooting at our New York City Hope Lodge, and we are anticipating a video release for some point in September. Thank you, to everyone who took part in this project!
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VOICES of Black Women is more than a study; it’s a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black women across the nation. Your voice today can help change our collective future forever. Visit VOICES.cancer.org to learn more.
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Our 30+ Hope Lodge communities don’t just offer cancer patients and their caregivers a free place to stay – they provide a community of support and an emotional connection with others facing a similar journey. Comfortable guest suites, private baths, a communal kitchen, and so much more. When your best option for cancer care takes you far from home, visit us at cancer.org/hopelodge.
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VOICES of Black Women is a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black women across the nation. Visit VOICES.cancer.org to learn more.
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Volunteering as a Road To Recovery driver will put you at the heart of the American Cancer Society’s mission and fulfill a critical need for cancer patients. Even the best treatment can’t work if a patient can’t get there. Learn more by visiting cancer.org/drive.
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