ACS report trumpets 70% five-year survival for all cancers amid uncertain funding outlook

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.

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

Texas Oncology is collaborating with the American Cancer Society to improve access to cancer screening and early detection in Texas through a new, exclusive statewide collaboration. The initiative focuses on breaking down barriers to screening, raising awareness about prevention, and helping more people catch cancer early.

September 18, 2026

Vol.52 No.34

Guest Editorial

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.

August 14, 2026

Vol.52 No.32

By Lavonté Saunders

Cancer History Project

Joseph F. Fraumeni Jr., inventor of molecular epidemiology, was a “gentle giant” who “bet on the good people”
Chanock and Brawley reflect on their illustrious mentor

If a Mount Rushmore of Epidemiology were to exist, Joseph F. Fraumeni Jr. would be etched into the face of the mountain, former NCI Director Ned Sharpless once told Stephen J. Chanock.

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

ACS report trumpets 70% five-year survival for all cancers amid uncertain funding outlook

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ACS report trumpets 70% five-year survival for all cancers amid uncertain funding outlook

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

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

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Joseph F. Fraumeni Jr., inventor of molecular epidemiology, was a “gentle giant” who “bet on the good people”Chanock and Brawley reflect on their illustrious mentor

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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.”

Joseph F. Fraumeni Jr., inventor of molecular epidemiology, was a “gentle giant” who “bet on the good people”
Chanock and Brawley reflect on their illustrious mentor

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