ACCCBUZZ BLOG

This January, ACCC invites its membership to take part in promoting cervical cancer awareness by sharing resources and research about the importance of the HPV vaccine and regular screening, to work towards a future free of cervical cancer.

In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, ACCC spotlights the ongoing need for more robust research, expanded treatment options, and early diagnosis and intervention for a disease that, though it impacts millions of lives, is often under-discussed.

Advanced practice providers (APPs) are essential members of the cancer care team with roles that vary depending on institutional policies and state regulations. Empowering APPs to work at the top of their scope leads to stronger care delivery.

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.

Explore key takeaways from a meeting between ACCC, Inova Schar Cancer Institute, and delegates from the Swedish Ministry of Health and Social Affairs.

ACCC is working with multidisciplinary care teams to assess the impact of SDOH on equitable access to cancer care and clinical trials among minority populations.

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.

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

Dr. Richard Ingram shares why he got involved in ACCC's Appalachian Community Cancer Alliance and why it's so important for this initiative to collaborate closely with primary care providers in the region.