American Cancer Society News

When it first began, almost all cancer patients didn't survive. Now, two out of three people diagnosed with cancer survive for at least five years, says regional spokeswoman Jill Sittenauer.

All Hands on Deck, a boat run benefiting the American Cancer Society, will be held at 10:40 a.m. Saturday at Lake Tyler Petroleum Club, organizers announced.

Joelle Kluck, a staff partner with the American Cancer Society and a Strongsville resident, said the event had raised $35,000 - not including fundraising on the day of the relay.

Put on your walking shoes and head out to the annual Relay for Life at Randolph Park in Dublin this evening to join in celebrating and remembering members of our community affected by cancer and help raise money and awareness for a good cause.

Getting your weekend plans together? The weekend forecast is for mostly sunny skies and highs in the 70s .

When Ben Easterday retired 13 years ago he didn't waste any time. He has been busy every day since, volunteering for various organizations and groups around Knoxville.

J. MILES CARY/NEWS SENTINEL Connie Rust is a breast cancer survivor and American Cancer Society-funded researcher.

Palmer Elementary school third grader Denajah Cage, on right, walks the track at Briggs Park during Relay Recess on Friday, May 17, in support of the American Cancer Society.

Just as the effects of a challenging economy are felt by families in every community, cancer, too, has a far-reaching impact.

The third annual Dance Against Cancer at the AXA Equitable Theater on Monday, May 6, 2013 raised more than $96,000 for the American Cancer Society.

McCaffrey's held its annual Grocers Fight Cancer Day Wednesday in Newtown, as well as at its three other locations.

MICHAEL PATRICK/NEWS SENTINEL Maxine Odomirok visits the wig room at the American Cancer Society on May 9 looking for some scarves and turbans.

"Even if you haven't been personally affected by cancer, everyone who signs up to take part in this event makes a difference!" Those are the words of Stevenson High School sophomore Delaney Weiland , who is among the volunteers on the Buffalo Grove/Stevenson High School Relay for Life committee.

Nazareth Area High School 's football program is raising money for the American Cancer Society at Buffalo Wild Wings off Route 248.

The organization that coined the tagline "The official sponsor of birthdays" is celebrating a monumental one of its own on May 22.

The 3rd Annual Bark for Life of Norco event raised more than $11,000 for the American Cancer Society on Sunday, June 3, 2012.

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in women.

David Stay to host event and CC Perkinson the red carpet at Chillie Mo Birthday Bash Celebration benefiting American Cancer Society & Autism Speaks on 5-18-2013. On Tuesday, May 14, 2013, Diversity News Productions & Diversity News Magazine in association with Cali Kabob Restaurant proudly announced and Invites you to come celebrate Chillie Mo ... (more)

Armuchee participants in Relay for Life show HOPE for the future. Photo by Briana Chastain, AHS Key Club member.

The UAB School of Nursing received a grant for more than $700,000 to study the effects of phone-based palliative care on cancer patients.