NYS Cancer Consortium

A network of individuals and organizations that collaborate to address the cancer burden in New York State.

[CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer]

#ColorectalCancer is a leading cause of #cancer deaths in the U.S., and screening can prevent or find it early when treatment is likely to work best. More screening information here: https://t.co/RhsxOoVnyR

[New York State Public Health Association (NYSPHA) @NYSPHA]

Ten of thousands of New Yorkers die from tobacco-related illnesses each year. We have the opportunity to change that. Tell @CarlHeastie and @AndreaSCousins to ban menthols cigarettes, so future generations can stop getting hooked. #TobaccoKillsNY

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

We need more education that the Human PapillomaVirus (HPV) causes 6 types of cancer and we have a safe and effective vaccine to prevent it. Spread the word. https://t.co/s2seI0HaZT

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

The NYS Cancer Consortium Colorectal Cancer Action Team presents ‘Successes and Challenges with Colorectal Cancer Screening in Rural Communities’ part of the Rural Health Webinar Series: Thurs, Jan 19, 1 PM Register at https://t.co/9pOpk5uM28

[Colon Cancer Task Force @coloncancertask]

Broadway actor Quentin Oliver Lee dies of #coloncancer only 6 months after his diagnosis.
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#coloncancerawareness #getscreened #omaha #fightbackne #nebraska #colonoscopy
https://t.co/n7zWgm70h1

[ACS National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable @NCCRTnews]

We're excited for the start of #CancerScreenWeek! Find resources for patients, providers, and other partners in the fight against cancer at https://t.co/uKQyGhKRHW

[American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @ACSCAN]

❗ Calling all ACS CAN members and supporters! We need your help urging Congress to prioritize cancer prevention, detection, research and palliative care in their year-end must-do list. This includes:

[ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable @HPVRoundtable]

Today is the first day of the 2022 Texas HPV Coalition Annual HPV Summit! There's still time to join the meeting. Click here to register --> https://t.co/oZkQHqSj5r

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

NYSCC Quarterly Member Meeting Series (3/4): https://t.co/5g1zJ7tzzU
Join us this Thurs, Dec 8 for the second part of a two-part series where we will hear from a panel of experts on the topic of cancer health disparities. This meeting is free and open to the public.

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

A nice graphic.

[Upstate Mammo Van @UpstateMammoVan]

Our mobile mammography team heads to Watertown to screen patients at North Country Family Health several times a year. Their population health program manager spoke about working with us for breast cancer screenings at one of our recent visits.

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

Get screened. To check your eligibility go to https://t.co/gY4eTe4jhr

[CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer]

Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older. Studies have shown that your chances of getting #BreastCancer may be due to many factors, including age. Learn about your risk, then learn how to lower it: https://t.co/T9undU2l1O #BCAM

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

A primary care clinician recommendation is the most powerful influence on a patient’s decision to get screened for cancer. The newly updated @NCCRTnews Steps Guide is your one-stop-shop for strategies to increase #CRC screening. https://t.co/c4ubCCXDBP #80inEveryCommunity

[CDC Cancer @CDC_Cancer]

#TriviaTuesday answer: In 2019 in the U.S., 264,121 new cases of breast cancer were reported among women, and 42,280 women died from breast cancer. Lower your risk: https://t.co/gDYOmd1AJ3 #BCAM

[ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable @HPVRoundtable]

HPV vaccination is cancer prevention. Ask your healthcare provider about the #HPV vaccine when your child turns 9. When given at the recommended ages, this vaccine can prevent more than 90% of HPV cancers. Learn more on our website - https://t.co/KeRcjIE0B3 #Vaxat9 #HPVvaccine

[Truth Initiative @truthinitiative]

The proposed removal of menthol from the market represents a significant step towards health equity by reducing tobacco-related health disparities for several marginalized populations. More #health & #socialjustice benefits ⬇️⬇️
https://t.co/lw0VlieRMz

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Check out the new ACS Breast Cancer Facts and Figures. Findings show while breast cancer death rates dropped by 43% from 1989 to 2020, Black women continue to be 40% more likely to die from the disease despite lower incidence.#getscreened

[NYS Cancer Consortium @NYSCancer]

Check out the the resources to help promote cancer screening. https://t.co/JG98YnLWWc
#cancerscreenweek

[ACSNews @ACSNews]

Read the new @americancancer #BreastCancer statistics 2022-2024 just published in @CAonline showing while mortality rates dropped by 43%, Black women continue to be 40% > to die from the disease, despite lower incidence. @ACS_research #BCSM @oncoalert
https://t.co/I9KZ8VcYVi