AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024

Survivor Story: Oya Gilbert, Multiple Myeloma

Biological Factors Driving Cancer Disparities

Researchers have investigated associations between ancestry-related differences in genetic sequences and cancer.

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Understanding and Addressing Drivers of Cancer Disparities

A complex network of interconnected factors that include biological factors, mental health, modifiable risk factors, and non-clinical factors impact cancer disparities.

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The State of U.S. Cancer Disparities

Research has led to real progress in reducing cancer disparities, but more work is needed to achieve health equity.

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Disparities in Cancer Screening for Early Detection

Research has identified a series of evidence-based interventions that are proving successful in reducing disparities in adherence to recommended cancer screenings.

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The AACR and Cancer Disparities

AACR Roundtable Discussion: The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024

Watch the Congressional Briefing: Release of the AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024

AACR Call to Action

Overcoming Cancer Disparities Through Science-based Public Policy

Disparities in the Burden of Preventable Cancer Risk Factors

Disparities in Cancer Survivorship

Overcoming Cancer Disparities Through Diversity in Cancer Training and Workforce

A Message from AACR

Videos

Raising Awareness of Multiple Myeloma DisparitiesAACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report

After his initial diagnosis was delayed by poor communication from his medical providers, Oya Gilbert launched a nonprofit to improve health education among communities of color.

Coping with a Surprising Lung Cancer RiskAACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report

Phuong Ho, MD, learned about the recent rise in lung cancer incidence among Asian females who have never smoked when she was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma.

Building Pathways to Better Cancer CareAACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report

Todd Gates is a prostate cancer survivor and a former president of the Seneca Nation who advocates for increased awareness among Indigenous communities about cancer screening and clinical trials.