Cancer Research
New England's hospitals and universities are
on the cutting edge of cancer research, much of which is supported
by American Cancer Society grants. Over the years, a total of
38 of our grantees nationwide have been honored with the Nobel
Prize.
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Cancer Education
By dialing 1.800.ACS.2345 or visiting www.cancer.org,
you can receive answers to your questions about cancer and
referrals to local resources.
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Through
Friend to Friend®, volunteers reach out to
the women in their lives to
spread the lifesaving message of receiving regular mammograms. |
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Can Cope® is a free educational program providing
information about cancer diagnosis and treatment to help participants
cope with physical and emotional challenges. |
| Ambassadors and Allies educates the public on early detection for colon cancer - "Get the test...Get the polyp...Get the cure" |
| Generation Fit is a set of enrichment projects for adolescents age 11-18 that allows them to act on issues related to nutrition and physical activities in their schools and communities. |
| Active for Life is an employee wellness program that can help people be more active, improving their health while fostering team work and boosting morale. |
Cancer Advocacy
The American Cancer Society works to make cancer a top priority
for lawmakers at the federal, state, and local levels. Smoke-free
communities, insurance coverage, protecting cancer survivors
from discrimination, and access to health care are some of our
most important concerns. |
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Smoke-Free New England initiative focuses on
preventing cancer by keeping tobacco out of the hands of kids,
strengthening local tobacco control programs, and expanding
the number of healthy, smoke-free environments for the public. |
| The Great American Smokeout, held the 3rd Thursday of each November, highlights our commitment to healthy communities and individuals. |
| Services for Cancer Patients and Their Families |
Reach
to Recovery® matches women who have survived breast
cancer with those who have been recently diagnosed, to offer
information and support.
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| Look
Good...Feel Better workshops offer tips to make the
most of one's personal appearance during cancer treatment. |
| Road
to Recovery® provides transportation to and from
outpatient cancer treatment appointments. |
| Man
to Man® provides information and support for men
affected by prostate cancer. |
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We
Can Weekends in Massachusetts and New Hampshire are
annual retreats for cancer patients and their families. |
| The
Cancer Survivors Network was created by and
for cancer survivors and their families to connect with others
who have been touched by cancer. Survivors can share experiences
and offer support through Internet bulletin boards and Webcasts,
and by reading personal stories. Taped message; and personal
stories are also available over the phone by calling toll-free
1.877.333.HOPE (4673). |
| Camp
Hope in North Scituate, Rhode Island, Camp
Rising Sun in Colebrook, Connecticut, and Camp
Rainbow in Ellsworth, Maine, all offer a week of fun
each summer for kids with cancer. |
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Hope
Lodges® in Massachusetts and Vermont provide temporary
homes for cancer patients traveling far from home for treatment. |
| The Adventure Weekend, offered twice each year, is a retreat for women breast cancer survivors that help them find personal strength through challenging activities in a supportive and nurturing environment. |
Regional
Executive
