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ACCCBUZZ BLOG

ACCCBuzz brings you the latest news and policy updates affecting US health care and oncology/hematology, while offering the how-to perspective in cancer care delivery, program and practice operations, and so much more.

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Defining Effective Practices in Quality Care for Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

February 13, 2024

Discover recommendations for cancer care providers to improve care quality and outcomes for patients with acute myeloid leukemia who do not receive a transplant.

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Examining Clinical Research for Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

January 30, 2024

Evaluate recommendations on improving clinical trial diversity among patients with acute myeloid leukemia.

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Importance of Biomarker Testing, Patient Goals and Education When Treating Gastric Cancer

December 6, 2023

ACCC has developed an initiative to support health care providers in applying evidence-based treatment selection for patients with advanced/metastatic gastric cancer. Learn more.

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Improving Care Coordination for Patients with Lung Cancer: The Basics

November 16, 2023

ACCC's Improving Care Coordination Model can lead to improved care and treatment outcomes for patients with lung cancer.

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Become a Welcoming Space: Small Steps Make A Great Impact

November 7, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Scout, PhD, MA and Al Asante PA-C, MBA, ACP about their work on an innovative educational series that teaches providers how to deliver equitable gynecologic cancer care to transgender and gender non-conforming patients.

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ACCC Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 25, 2023

ACCC recognizes breast cancer awareness month.

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Improving Care Delivery for Transplant-Ineligible Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

October 24, 2023

Learn about key barriers in care coordination and therapy options for patients with AML who are not eligible for transplant and how providers can address them.

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Improving Care Coordination for Patients with Lung Cancer: A Look at Best Practices

October 3, 2023

Insight from 2 ACCC members on the implementation of the Improving Care Coordination Model.

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Early Identification and Management of Pneumonitis and Other irAEs in Patients with NSCLC

September 1, 2023

As immune checkpoint inhibitors have become the standard of care for eligible patients with NSCLC, frequent monitoring of irAEs as well as provider and patient education on the signs and symptoms of pneumonitis can ensure improved clinical outcomes for patients.

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A Model for Demonstrating Sustainable Outreach for Cancer Screening

August 24, 2023

St. Elizabeth Cancer Center launched a comprehensive program to perform outreach to patients with outstanding orders for lung, breast, and colon cancer screenings.

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ACCC Recognizes World Lung Cancer Day: The Lasting Effect of a World War

August 1, 2023

In 2012, August 1 was declared World Lung Cancer Day—11 years later, its significance is as important as ever.

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Discussions that Matter: Managing Drug Shortages and Empowering Oncology Pharmacists

July 18, 2023

In the face of an unprecedented drug shortage, HOPA partnered with ACCC and AVAHO to lead a virtual round table discussing best practices the multidisciplinary cancer care team can use to mitigate its effects.

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Regional Disparities in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: A GPS for Cancer Care

June 22, 2023

ACCC set out to identify and understand specific regional challenges to appropriate and equitable care for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, the most common form of leukemia in adults.

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ACCC Recognizes Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

May 16, 2023

This May, ACCC is recognizing Bladder Cancer Awareness Month with a message highlighting the importance of awareness, patient education, and support.

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ACCC Releases New Resources to Support Advanced Skin Cancer Care

May 9, 2023

In recognition of May as skin cancer awareness month, a disease that affects one in five Americans by 70 years of age, ACCC has developed new resources to support advanced skin cancer care.

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Managing Side Effects and Nutritional Needs for Patients with Myelofibrosis

April 27, 2023

ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Gabriela Hobbs, MD, at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center to learn how to best manage patients' care for those with myelofibrosis.

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ACCC Spotlights Critical Lung Cancer Screening Needs in Appalachia

March 23, 2023

ACCC held a LinkedIn live event on March 13, 2023, with subject matter experts, who shared strategies for tackling lung cancer disparities in the Appalachian Region and beyond.

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ACCC Recognizes Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month

March 21, 2023

March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. Learn more about the work ACCC is doing to support oncology professionals in treating patients with this disease.

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Effective Patient-Provider Communication for Colorectal Cancer Screening

March 15, 2023

ACCC is recognizing National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by highlighting the importance of cancer screenings and early detection.

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ACCC Recognizes National Cancer Prevention Month: A Focus on Smoking + Taxes

February 15, 2023

In recognition of National Cancer Prevention Month, the continued effort toward preventing cancer must be characterized by actions not words.

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Triplet vs. Quadruplet Therapy: Choosing the Right Multiple Myeloma Treatment

November 23, 2022

ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Jessica Unzaga at Baptist Health’s Miami Cancer Institute, to help consider the use of triplet vs. quadruplet regimens in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

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ACCC Honors National Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November 10, 2022

Every November we remember National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. So ACCCBuzz spoke with Caroline Wolf to learn more about CHI Memorial's lung screening outreach efforts and Breathe Easy Mobile Lung Screening Program.

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Better Supporting Patients with HR+, HER2- Breast Cancer

November 2, 2022

ACCC has engaged experts through a vodcast series from CANCER BUZZ TV, focusing on specific issues regarding treatment adherence to oral therapies, treatment-related side effects, patient education, and financial barriers for patients with HR+, HER2- breast cancer.

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Liver Cancer Awareness Month: Inspiration from a Blue Faery

October 27, 2022

October is liver cancer awareness month, a disease that is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally.

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