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Cancer Programs

The ACS Cancer Programs provide tools, resources, and data that enable cancer programs to deliver comprehensive, high-quality, multidisciplinary, evidence-based, patient-centered care to patients with cancer and diseases of the breast.

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ACS Cancer Research Program

The ACS Cancer Research Program maintains administrative and scientific committees to further the fight against cancer.

American Joint Committee on Cancer

AJCC publications are recognized as the authoritative guides for cancer staging information and used by of thousands of medical professionals.

Cancer Surgery Standards Program

The Cancer Surgery Standards Program (CSSP) sets evidence-based standards for oncologic surgery and helps surgeons meet those standards.

Cancer QI Programs

Learn about national QI initiatives and resources to support local QI projects.

Commission on Cancer

The Commission on Cancer is dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for patients with cancer.

National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer

The NAPRC model emphasizes program structure, patient care processes, performance improvement, and performance measures.

National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers

The NAPBC helps deliver high-quality care for breast disease by setting standards, providing quality measures, and more.

National Cancer Database

The National Cancer Database is a clinical oncology database sourced from hospital registry data collected in over 1,500 CoC-accredited facilities.

Register for the Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

The ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference, July 29–August 2, offers a dynamic program to deliver practical insights and strategies to advance quality improvement, patient safety, and cancer care. Register by June 17 for early bird savings.

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Cancer Programs News
Cancer Programs

Cancer Programs News

In each issue, you’ll find the latest news and updates from all ACS Cancer Programs, including the CoC, NAPBC, NAPRC, NCDB, AJCC, ACS CRP, and CSSP.
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Is Changing for the Better
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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Is Changing for the Better

Pancreatic cancer care enters a new era as surgeons refine robotic Whipple techniques and test personalized vaccines to improve survival.
NAPRC Accreditation Improves Rectal Cancer Treatment
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NAPRC Accreditation Improves Rectal Cancer Treatment

Learn more about the impact of the ACS NAPRC program from some of its accredited hospitals.

The Latest from Cancer Programs

Distant Travel Not Always Necessary for Rural Cancer Patients

Distant travel may not always be necessary to receive high-quality surgical care in rural communities, according to a new analysis published in JACS.

Study Evaluates Compliance with CoC Operative Standards

The NCI-funded AESOP study evaluates how ACS CoC Operative Standards are implemented and their impact on cancer surgery outcomes.

2025 CLP Outstanding Performance Winners

This CoC award recognizes outstanding performance by Cancer Liaison Physicians (CLPs) in their role as quality leaders of their cancer programs.

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