What You Need to Know
Information and resources about COVID-19, cancer, and medical care
What you should know about COVID-19 and cancer, and how the pandemic might affect your cancer care and routine medical care.
COVID-19 vaccine information for patients, survivors, and caregivers
Learn where to find the latest information about the COVID-19 vaccine, why cancer patients should be on priority lists, and why it's important to talk with your doctor about getting it.
Advocating for cancer patients
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is making the impact of COVID-19 in cancer patients a top priority for public officials.
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Common Questions About the COVID-19 Outbreak
Cancer patients, their caregivers, and others need to take precautions to lower their risk of getting COVID-19, which is caused by a type of coronavirus. Learn what you can do to help protect yourself and others. -
Facts & Figures 2021 Reports Another Record-Breaking 1-Year Drop in Cancer Deaths
The death rate from cancer in the United States has continued to decline. From 1991 to 2018, the cancer death rate has fallen 31%. This includes a 2.4% decline from 2017 to 2018—a new record for the largest 1-year drop in the cancer death rate. These are just some of the findings from the annual statistics reported from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
ACS needs your support
The needs of people facing cancer continue and so will the work of the American Cancer Society.
From the experts: COVID-19 webinars and podcasts
Listen to American Cancer Society experts, funded scientists, and other health care leaders discuss topics related to COVID-19 and cancer.
What to know about infections in people with cancer
Cancer and its treatment can increase the risk of getting a serious infection. Learn why certain cancer patients are at increased risk of infection, including severe illness with COVID-19.