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.

U.S. Army Col. (ret.) Gary Steele’s cancer journey put him on a mission to educate himself and fellow African Americans about cancer disparities and the importance of participating in cancer clinical trials.

Lung cancer is the most common type of cancer with nearly 229,000 people living in the United States expected to be diagnosed this year. Learn about prevention, screening, and treatment options for lung cancer.

The results of a clinical trial published in AACR’s Blood Cancer Discovery suggest an investigational antibody therapy combined with chemotherapy may be effective for patients with relapsed acute myeloid leukemia.

Turning the Lens on Hematologic Malignancies: The AACR responds to the rising stature of blood cancer research with a journal, Blood Cancer Discovery, and a Hematologic Malignancies Task Force.

Whether honoring a special person or a special day, a donation to the American Association for Cancer Research has a lasting impact.