American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020

The burden of cancer, measured by incidence and outcomes, is not equivalent among different racial and ethnic groups.

Coronavirus Information and Resources: Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has created special challenges for cancer patients, survivors, and their families.

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Disparities Report

Survivor Story: After surviving colorectal cancer Tristana Vásquez is working to increase awareness of colorectal cancer among Hispanics in Puerto Rico.

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Cancer Types

Some 74,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with kidney cancer each year. Learn about this type of cancer including the treatment options.

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Cancer Today

Why Do African Americans Have Increased Breast Cancer Mortality?

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FDA Approvals

Read about recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals of products for cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Honor Gifts

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

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For Researchers

AACR Annual Meeting 2021

The AACR Annual Meeting 2021 has been moved to a virtual format. Meeting dates will be announced by December 1.
Abstract Deadline: November 19

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Videos

AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020

Achieving the Bold Vision of Health Equity for Racial and Ethnic Minorities and Other Underserved Populations.

Driving Progress Against Cancer

The AACR and our more than 47,000 members worldwide are advancing a scientifically bold agenda against the collection of diseases we call cancer.

Tristana Vásquez

Increasing Awareness of Colorectal Cancer Among Hispanics in Puerto Rico. The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020