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News December 9, 2021
The Hill: The Battle Against Cancer: Setting the Next Agenda

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the National Cancer Act, discover lessons learned, silver linings from COVID-19, and what to expect as oncology advances.
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News November 18, 2021
STAT: A Critical Component of Reducing Cancer Mortality Lies in Achieving Equity in Care

More people are surviving cancer than ever before. Learn how COVID-19 has impacted that statistic and brought disparities to light.
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News October 20, 2021
AstraZeneca Press Release: AstraZeneca Announces Winners and Recognizes Oncology Change Makers in Third Annual Cancer Community Awards

National awards program introduces fifth award category encouraging health equity for medically disadvantaged communities. Learn about the winners.
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News August 10, 2021
Scientific American: A Force For Equity in Cancer Care

All too often, race, gender, geography or social status determine the quality of an individual’s cancer care. Finalists for the 2021 Catalyst for Equity Award, part of the annual Cancer Community Awards, are standing up against such disparities.
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News March 2, 2021
People Magazine: Meet the Unsung Heroes of Cancer Care

The winners of the 2020 Cancer Community Awards are redefining cancer care. Learn about these unsung heroes.
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News February 16, 2021
The Washington Post: Cancer Treatment of Tomorrow is Personalized

COVID-19 has been devastating for cancer screening and oncology care. Yet, providers are hopeful about the future, thanks to targeted treatments for combating the disease.
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News January 13, 2021
The Economist: The Future of Precision Medicine Oncology: Toward a New Post-Pandemic Normal

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown there are critical gaps to fill in global health system resilience and precision medicine oncology diagnosis and treatments.
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News November 13, 2020
STAT: Covid-19 has Exposed Existing Disparities among Underserved Cancer Patients, but Community Difference Makers are Fighting Back

Underserved communities bear a disproportionate burden to cancer care. Learn how COVID-19 has widened care gaps and how community leaders are fighting back.
News October 27, 2020
Scientific American Inside View: An Ecosystem to Improve Cancer Care

Cancer is not a disease fought alone. The stronger the community, the better the oucomes for all. Learn more from Scientific American.

TV Interview October 25, 2020
Good Day Tulsa

Interview with Lincoln D. Nadauld, MD, PhD.
TV Interview October 25, 2020
Studio 10 (Providence)

Jill Kincaid, the founder and CEO of Chemo Buddies discusses how we can celebrate those making impactful changes in the community.
TV Interview October 25, 2020
Good Day Market Place (Columbus)

Interview with Lincoln D. Nadauld, MD, PhD.
TV Interview October 25, 2020
San Antonio Living

Lynette Bonar discusses the importance of the advancements being made in oncology care and highlights the C2 Awards.
TV Interview October 25, 2020
Baltimore Lifestyle

The 2020 Cancer Community Awards recognize the unsung heroes of cancer care. BMore Lifestyle host Terra Reeves spoke to one of the winners.
Press Release November 11, 2020
AstraZeneca Press Release: AstraZeneca Announces Winners and Recognizes Unsung Heroes of Oncology in 2020 Cancer Community (C2) Awards

The second annual Cancer Community Awards program draws more than 130 nominations from 31 states. Learn about the winners.
News October 7, 2020
The Economist: Navigating the Next Frontier of Precision Medicine Oncology – Challenges and Opportunities amid Covid-19 and Beyond

Learn about challenges and opportunities facing precision medicine oncology during COVID-19 and beyond.
News August 31, 2020
STAT News: The Importance of Precision Medicine in Oncology: How Covid-19 has Disrupted Progress in Patient Care

How has COVID-19 disrupted progress in patient care? The impact on precision medicine has been profound.
News May 13, 2020
STAT News: Strengthening Our Commitment to Combating Cancer

Discover the four focus areas to learn from to move closer to eliminating cancer as a cause of death.
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News September 3, 2019
AstraZeneca Press Release: Change Makers Across the Oncology Community Recognized at 2019 Cancer Community (C2) Awards

The oncology community gathered to celebrate the winners of the first Cancer Community (C2) Awards. Discover the winners.
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TV Interview May 3, 2019
First Coast Living Media Interview

Interview with Susan Leighton and Audra Moran.
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TV Interview May 3, 2019
Midday with Mike Media Interview

Interview with Barbara Gitlitz, MD and Geoffrey Oxnard, MD.
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TV Interview May 3, 2019
The Morning Blend Media Interview

Interview with Leah Fine.
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TV Interview May 3, 2019
Baltimore Lifestyle Media Interview

Interview with Barbara Gitlitz, MD and Geoffrey Oxnard, MD.
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TV Interview May 3, 2019
Arizona Daily Mix Media Interview

Interview with Leah Fine.

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