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ACCC hosted a webinar in which hematologic malignancy experts from various regions across the U.S. in different stages of recovery planning discussed considerations for patients with hematologic malignancies as the pandemic declines.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to sharp declines in cancer screenings and diagnoses across the board, and it has interrupted the ongoing treatment and monitoring of many existing patients. Indeed, cancer diagnoses are down remarkably, but not because of less prevalence. Many patients—particularly the elderly and other groups at high risk for complications due to COVID-19—have chosen not to actively …

Op-Ed: People of Color Should Fear Disease More Than Vaccines March 12, 2021 In this guest piece, Dr. R. Lawrence Hatchett, a urology specialist at Heartland Regional Medical Center, stresses the importance for people—regardless of race—to get the COVID vaccine Read Full Article Op-Ed: I Specialize in Allergies. Here's Why I'll Be Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine January 4, 2021 As we start to "return …

Featured in Oncology Issues Remote Home Monitoring of Patients with Cancer During the COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic posed significant challenges in the healthcare world, especially in the care of patients with cancer. Patients with pre-existing health conditions and those with suppressed immune systems are especially vulnerable to the SARS- CoV-2 virus and are more likely to develop severe …

Trending Now in Cancer Care Rather than fielding its annual Trending Now in Cancer Care survey while cancer programs were experiencing unprecedented challenges due to the extended public health emergency, ACCC facilitated conversations with its members to capture the lived experiences of the most pertinent issues impacting oncology practice and care delivery. Fast Facts Infographic This Fast Facts …

2020 was a year that tested our strength like no other. Overnight, COVID-19 demanded that cancer programs and practices redefine how they work while keeping their patients and staff safe during a global pandemic. As the oncology community addresses these unforeseen changes, there has never been a more important time to be part of the ACCC community. View Report Read News Release

ACCC interviewed six members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team—including a physician, social worker, nurse, and pharmacist to discuss how their organizations are handling the challenge of treating patients with CLL during this pandemic.

The Role of Research Infusion Nurses Oncology nursing is an inherently stressful job due to the emotional burdens and medical complexities of caring for patients with cancer. Since the outbreak of the pandemic, oncology nurses have only taken on additional responsibilities in patient care. Nursing distress, along with that of all healthcare providers, is at a record high these days, rising from about …

Before the onset of COVID-19, telehealth was a rarely used mode of healthcare delivery. Laws and regulations were not friendly to telehealth; restrictive interstate licensing rules and poor reimbursement effectively meant it was rarely an option for most patients. Much of that changed in early 2020, when the country shut down seemingly overnight in response to COVID-19. By April 2020, outpatient …

The 2020 Trending Now in Cancer Care Survey marks the eleventh year of an annual ACCC survey designed to identify current and emerging trends across U.S. cancer programs.

Professional Associations American College of Surgeons The American College of Surgeons COVID-19 and Surgery online resource. ACS accreditation and verification programs grant one year extension (includes Commission on Cancer). (3/24/2020) ACS Cancer Programs Postponement FAQs (3/30/2020) ACS (April 17) guidance for preparing to resume elective surgery after COVID-19 has peaked in …

WAHO/WON Annual Conference Friday, August 21, 2020 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM This educational activity is jointly provided by AXIS Medical Education and Wisconsin Association of Hematology and Oncology (WAHO) Target audience This activity is intended for all members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, physician assistants, managers, …

WAHO/WON Annual Conference Friday, August 21, 2020 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM This educational activity is jointly provided by AXIS Medical Education and Wisconsin Association of Hematology and Oncology (WAHO) Target audience This activity is intended for all members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, physician assistants, managers, …

Managing chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be challenging, even under normal circumstances. But in this unprecedented era of COVID-19, the challenges have multiplied.

THE SAFE STEP ACT (H.R.2163/S.464) Step therapy is a managed care approach that some insurers use to cut costs. Often referred to as “fail first”, step therapy requires that beneficiaries try lower-cost medications before insurers will allow or authorize more expensive treatments—despite recommendations from the patients’ healthcare providers. Cancer patients require complex treatment care plans …

The Future of Alternative Payment Model Participation: Transitioning from the Oncology Care Model (OCM) to the Oncology Care First (OCF) Model Fred Bentley, MPP, MPH, Managing Director, Avalere Health Blair Burnett, Consultant, Avalere Health Tom Gallo, MS, MDA, Executive Director, Virginia Cancer Institute How has participation in alternative payment models (APMs) changed since the onset of the …

In 2023, ACCC hosted a series of interactive sessions at the ACCC 49th Annual Meeting and Cancer Center Business Summit to collect insights and solutions into 8 key areas.

Professional Associations Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators AONN+ COVID-19 Navigator Toolkit This toolkit provides invaluable resources to assist nurse navigators and patient navigators in the management of patient care during the coronavirus pandemic. American College of Surgeons The American College of Surgeons COVID-19 and Surgery online resource. ACS accreditation and verification …

COVID-19 Related Foundation Funds and Programs Blue Hope Treatment Awards The Colorectal Cancer Alliance may be able to help eligible patients receive a one-time $200 check to help with daily expenses that add to the burden during treatment, such as household bills, childcare, transportation costs, or food. For more information and to apply for assistance, visit its website. …

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a devastating plunge in the number of cancer screenings in the U.S. during the past year. A new report anticipates a 30 percent rise in newly diagnosed cases of prostate cancer in 2021, due in part to men deferring their annual checkups because of the pandemic. This means that nearly 250,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2021, and more than 34,100 …