ACCCBUZZ BLOG

In support of the need for more advanced Digital Health Technologies, ACCC partnered with DiMe to create comprehensive resources that support the development of trustworthy CRS de-risking products.

April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, a time for increasing public awareness about the importance of early detection and facilitating emerging therapies for patients diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

In recognition of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month this April, ACCC urges health care professionals to actively engage in education efforts, champion screening initiatives, and address persistent disparities in access to head and neck cancer care.

In the most recent installment in her leadership blog series, Dr. Schmidtman discusses the impact of leaders taking time for self-improvement to allow them to consistently show up for their team.

Despite advances in cancer treatment and early detection, significant disparities in cancer care persist across racial and ethnic lines in the US. At ACCC, we recognize that achieving health equity in oncology requires sustained and systemic efforts.

Attendees of the 51st AMCCBS had the opportunity to attend 2 expert-led breakfast tech sessions that addressed the integration of technology and AI into oncology and their future in the cancer care continuum.

Read the highlights from the recent ACCC Financial Advocacy Network coffee chat, during which cancer program members shared strategies for leveraging Epic to enhance financial assistance efforts.

The final day of the 51st AMCCBS focused on evidence-based decision-making, competitive oncology strategies, and integrating women’s health with oncology to address rising cancer rates.

On Day 2 of the ACCC 51st AMCCBS, attendees heard from Dr. Nadine Barrett and Dr. Robin Zon about lessons in leadership, engaged in 8 Deep Dive Sessions, and received a comprehensive health policy update.

ACCC welcomed its members to Washington DC for Hill Day to kick off the 51st AMCCBS, whereby attendees had the opportunity to advocate for legislative and policy changes to support their cancer care community and the patients they serve.

ACCC spoke with Brittany McArn, OPN-CG, CPPN, a financial navigation manager and the recipient of the 2025 FirstHealth MLK Leadership Award, to learn more about her dedication to reducing the financial burden of cancer care.

In recognition of February as National Cancer Prevention Month, ACCC shares strategies to reduce the risk of cancer, including prioritizing genetic testing and early conversations with a health care provider.

To gain further insight into his upcoming session at the 51st AMCCBS, ACCCBuzz spoke with Matt Sturm, a Partner at ECG Management Consultants, about what attendees can expect from the panel discussion.

For more insight into their upcoming session at the 51st AMCCBS, "The Importance of Pairing Women’s Health and Oncology," ACCCBuzz recently spoke with Tessa Kerby and Matt Cox at Whitecap Health Advisors LLC.

As treatment paradigms for CLL continue to evolve with new research and emerging therapies, health care providers must stay current through continuous education.

Read the newest installment from Barbara Schmidtman, PhD, vice president of cancer care operations, Corewell Health, in her leadership blog series, as she details the significant impact leaders in cancer care have on those around them.

During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, ACCC encourages individuals to share resources, raise awareness, and ensure their loved ones are protected through vaccination.

Review the insights shared at the 2024 NCCN Patient Advocacy Summit about efforts to combat misinformation and advance health literacy in the evolving landscape of oncology.

In honor of the National Oncology Conference's inaugural international panel, ACCC spoke with Dr. Enrique Soto Pérez de Celis for his insight on caring for a diverse array of patients in Mexico and the United States.

By leveraging machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, and data analytics, AI accelerates the identification of potential drug candidates, optimizes preclinical and clinical testing, and reduces costs.

ACCC spoke to Kelly Terrell to capture her insights and tips for community cancer centers to get started with providing bispecific antibody therapies to patients with cancer.

Examine the new Medicare reimbursement codes for community health integration, social determinants of health risk assessment, and principal illness navigation codes, as well as Medicare’s ongoing focus on enabling equitable access to high-quality care.

Chronic inflammation, a driving force behind tumor initiation and progression, is central to understanding the biology of cancer, as is the concept of inflammaging—the chronic, low-grade inflammation associated with aging.

To facilitate the process of diagnosis, treatment, and patient care, SFA has partnered with ACCC to develop a multitude of resources about sarcoma for community clinicians, patients, and caregivers.

Four experts came together to discuss the changing landscape of palliative care, opportunities to make it a more equitable service, and the challenge of training all providers in palliative care communication.

Despite substantial advances in screening, diagnosis, and treatment, notable disparities exist in oncology that often result in delayed diagnoses, suboptimal treatment, poor outcomes, and undertreatment of pain in certain racial and ethnic groups.

In honor of the NOC's first international panel, ACCCBuzz spoke with Dr. Christopher Steer to gain further insight into his experience collaborating with academic centers and the unique challenges he faces as an oncologist practicing in a rural community.

By leveraging modern health care technologies and data-driven insights, AI and machine learning have the potential to enhance screening, diagnosis, and personalized treatment strategies across multiple cancer types.

ACCCBuzz spoke to Joshua Brody, MD to better understand how Bispecific Antibodies work and how they can be easily implemented in the community setting.