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Cancer Programs

The ACS Cancer Programs provide tools, resources, and data that enable cancer programs to deliver comprehensive, high-quality, multidisciplinary, evidence-based, patient-centered care to patients with cancer and diseases of the breast.

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ACS Cancer Research Program

The ACS Cancer Research Program maintains administrative and scientific committees to further the fight against cancer.

American Joint Committee on Cancer

AJCC publications are recognized as the authoritative guides for cancer staging information and used by of thousands of medical professionals.

Cancer Surgery Standards Program

The Cancer Surgery Standards Program (CSSP) sets evidence-based standards for oncologic surgery and helps surgeons meet those standards.

Cancer QI Programs

Learn about national QI initiatives and resources to support local QI projects.

Commission on Cancer

The Commission on Cancer is dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for patients with cancer.

National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer

The NAPRC model emphasizes program structure, patient care processes, performance improvement, and performance measures.

National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers

The NAPBC helps deliver high-quality care for breast disease by setting standards, providing quality measures, and more.

National Cancer Database

The National Cancer Database is a clinical oncology database sourced from hospital registry data collected in over 1,500 CoC-accredited facilities.

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The ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference, July 29–August 2, offers a dynamic program to deliver practical insights and strategies to advance quality improvement, patient safety, and cancer care. Register by June 17 for early bird savings.

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Cancer Programs News

In each issue, you’ll find the latest news and updates from all ACS Cancer Programs, including the CoC, NAPBC, NAPRC, NCDB, AJCC, ACS CRP, and CSSP.
New CoC Accreditation Supports Excellence in Rural Cancer Care
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New CoC Accreditation Supports Excellence in Rural Cancer Care

ACS introduces rural cancer accreditation to address disparities in access, outcomes, and specialist resources across rural communities.
Mobile Screening Drives Expanded Breast Cancer Care in Mongolia
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Mobile Screening Drives Expanded Breast Cancer Care in Mongolia

Mobile ultrasound screening helps Mongolia shift breast cancer care toward earlier detection while reducing travel barriers for patients.

The Latest from Cancer Programs

Missing Patient Information in SEER Database May Create “Blind Spots” in Cancer Data

Researchers found missing cancer registry data is more common at non-CoC centers and linked to worse survival outcomes.

Submit Research to 2026 Commission on Cancer Paper Competition

The CoC hosts an annual paper competition for physicians-in-training to foster the importance of oncologic research in support of its mission.

2025 CLP Outstanding Performance Winners

This CoC award recognizes outstanding performance by Cancer Liaison Physicians (CLPs) in their role as quality leaders of their cancer programs.

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