Keeping You Informed

Medicines that control the level of estrogen in the body are essential for women who have been treated for certain types of breast cancer, as they help keep the cancer from returning.

While rates for colorectal cancer are on the decline for older generations, they’ve spiked among people under the age of 50, according to a study by the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting younger adults — a concerning trend. Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon, says about 10% of patients diagnosed in 2026 will be under age 50, compared with 3% to 4% just 25 years ago.

It’s the third most common cancer in the UK, causing tens of thousands of deaths annually.

The word support embodied 2021 for CPAN. Represents The Patient Voice at the COA Conference, Supported our National Initiatives, Kept Chapters Active During COVID, New Practice Members, Advocacy Summit, Monthly News Bulletins and Shined the Light on 11 Different Cancer Centers, Nationally Recognized Speakers and Advocacy/Oncology Education to our Audience, Customized Educational Resources, Supported Our Corporate Members Advocacy Initiatives and more.

2020 was filled with many challenges for patients, survivors and providers. Yet, despite these challenges a bright light remained - interest and dedication to advocacy.

As 2019 comes to a close, we would like to thank everyone for your contributions to a successful year. This year, CPAN held over 60 educational/advocacy events across the U.S. CPAN advocates delivered our message (the value of community oncology) on Capitol Hill, at community & practice based events, in various media outlets and by sharing their experiences as cancer patients & survivors in patient advisory roles.

A Note from the Director of Patient Advocacy & Education .....

A Note from the Director of Patient Advocacy & Education .....

Advocacy Chats – Educational Conversations on Cancer Policy and Advocacy .....