Texas Oncology collaborates with ACS to promote cancer screening efforts across Texas

Harold Freeman, a surgeon who championed health equity, dies at 93
Freeman, the father of patient navigation, served as president of ACS and chair of the President’s Cancer Panel

Harold P. Freeman, a surgeon who started his career in Harlem, where, in addition to performing surgeries, he pioneered the system of patient navigation, and who studied health disparities and served as president of the American Cancer Society and chair of the President’s Cancer Panel, died on Aug. 11. He was 93.

I grew up unhoused. Now, with support from ACS, I am an MD-PhD student focused on oncology
My mother instilled in me: “Never become a product of your circumstances.”

My high school experience revolved around constantly worrying about my four younger siblings and mom amidst our normal condition—instability.

Cancer progress is not reaching everyone. Native Nations must be part of the solution.

In 1971, the National Cancer Act set the United States on a path to confront one of its most formidable public health challenges. More than five decades later, the progress is undeniable. The latest 2026 report from the American Cancer Society shows continued declines in overall cancer mortality and improvements in survival for many major cancer types. Recent advances in early detection, prevention, and treatment are saving lives.

July 17, 2026

Vol.52 No.28

By Rodney Haring

Clinical Trials & Tribulations

Is it time to re-assess the practice and practicality of screening colonoscopy?
Modeling data, ACS guideline support greater use of noninvasive tests to ease system strain, help save lives

I performed my first colonoscopy as a board-certified gastroenterologist more than 20 years ago, at a time when the procedure was firmly established as the “gold standard” for colorectal cancer screening.

July 02, 2026

Vol.52 No.26

By Paul J. Limburg

Clinical Trials & Tribulations

More than 50 million Americans remain unscreened for colon cancer
New guidelines offer another option

For decades, we have faced a central challenge in colorectal cancer screening. One in three eligible Americans—over 50 million people—remain unscreened despite established methods like colonoscopy or stool-based tests existing for decades. This gap persists even though early detection saves lives, and even as colorectal cancer is now the number one cancer killer for Americans under 50.

American Cancer Society names four members to Board of Directors

The American Cancer Society has appointed four members to its Board of Directors. Together, they will help guide how the American Cancer Society sets priorities, stewards resources, and measures progress, ensuring the organization remains focused on delivering meaningful impact for cancer patients and their families.

May 08, 2026

Vol.52 No.18

Texas Oncology collaborates with ACS to promote cancer screening efforts across Texas

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Texas Oncology collaborates with ACS to promote cancer screening efforts across Texas

YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN

Harold Freeman, a surgeon who championed health equity, dies at 93Freeman, the father of patient navigation, served as president of ACS and chair of the President’s Cancer Panel

I grew up unhoused. Now, with support from ACS, I am an MD-PhD student focused on oncologyMy mother instilled in me: “Never become a product of your circumstances.”

Cancer progress is not reaching everyone. Native Nations must be part of the solution.

Is it time to re-assess the practice and practicality of screening colonoscopy?Modeling data, ACS guideline support greater use of noninvasive tests to ease system strain, help save lives

More than 50 million Americans remain unscreened for colon cancerNew guidelines offer another option

American Cancer Society names four members to Board of Directors

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Harold Freeman, a surgeon who championed health equity, dies at 93
Freeman, the father of patient navigation, served as president of ACS and chair of the President’s Cancer Panel

I grew up unhoused. Now, with support from ACS, I am an MD-PhD student focused on oncology
My mother instilled in me: “Never become a product of your circumstances.”

Is it time to re-assess the practice and practicality of screening colonoscopy?
Modeling data, ACS guideline support greater use of noninvasive tests to ease system strain, help save lives

More than 50 million Americans remain unscreened for colon cancer
New guidelines offer another option