American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

Cancer is not a single disease, but rather a collection of diseases all characterized by the uncontrolled proliferation of cells.

Learn about cancer researchers and physician-scientists like Fellow of the AACR Academy Charles L. Sawyers, MD, a leader in the development of targeted therapies, who are driving progress against cancer.

Nearly 150,000 people in the United States are expected to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year. Read about the prevention, screening, and treatment options for this type of cancer.

Researchers at the recent AACR Virtual Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities discussed the roots of liver cancer disparities and potential interventions.

How much fiber is too much? Read practical knowledge for articles with useful information for cancer patients and their families, survivors, caregivers, advocates, and others from Cancer Today magazine.

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