Medical equipment items are available, at no charge, for as long as the equipment if needed, when authorized by the patient's doctor. Children who learn healthy behaviors, habits, and skills prevent cancer and are more successful in life. Serve on your local school health council, sign up for the Healthy Kids Network or join the American Cancer Society to spread the word about the importance of school health education in local school districts. Helps men and their families cope with prostate cancer. The program provides information and peer support to assist in the recovery process.
Smoking is the most preventable cause of death in our society.
Nearly one in five deaths in the United States results from the use of tobacco. Our programs educate adults and youth about the risks of tobacco use and provide tools and links to resources for tobacco prevention and cessation. A fun-filled, overnight event, Relay For Life mobilizes local communities to celebrate survivors, remember loved ones and raise money for the fight against cancer. You will be kept abreast of the most current legislative activities and provided with opportunities to speak out about the demands for critical funding for many issues.