CSC uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.

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Last Wednesday our CEO Sally Werner testified before an FDA panel on early cancer detection. The panel voted to recommend the test under review. We took no position on that. We were there for this: What happens to people when cancer is found late.
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What will it take to change the outlook for people facing cancer‑related cachexia? Our Senior Director of Research, Abigail Newell, PhD, breaks down the science, the gaps, and the hope driving new discoveries in her interview with @Nature.
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One week out! Join us July 15 for a digital engagement workshop with John McInerney (MMC). Short‑form video, platform trends, and actionable nonprofit strategy. Earn up to 2.0 CFRE Points. Register at events.zoom.us/ev/AmTSfdj-6f… #CSCSPARKS2026
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Newly diagnosed? Start your journey with trusted information and support. Our virtual roundtable brings together experts, caregivers, and people who’ve been there, all to help you feel more grounded in what comes next. bit.ly/newlydiagnosed2026
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CSC applauds Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz for introducing a resolution recognizing “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day.” bit.ly/2026resolution Join us in celebrating the power of community. What does community mean to you?
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Tonight’s the night. From Medicaid work requirements to MCED legislation, major decisions are on the table. Join CSC's CPI at 6 PM ET to learn what’s changing, and how your voice can help protect patients and families. Reserve your seat at events.zoom.us/ev/Alxag1aBv4…
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Healthcare policy is changing quickly, and those changes directly affect access to cancer treatment, insurance coverage, supportive care, and financial protections. Save your spot at events.zoom.us/ev/Alxag1aBv4…
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Cancer Support Community retweeted
Celebrating the Impact of Oncology Social Workers - Kelly Hendershot @CancerSupportHQ oncodaily.com/voices/kelly-h…
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Today, CSC brings together leading insurance and advocacy experts for a dynamic conversation on the evolving legislative landscape, and the critical role your voice plays in shaping PBM reform. Register now: lnkd.in/g5RGKsZ7
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Cancer Support Community retweeted
If you have cancer, you shouldn't have to prove that you can't work to keep your Medicaid coverage. But starting in 2027, many will. @CancerSupportHQ is opposing this. This will make cancer patients lose access to the care keeping them alive. #PatientsOverPaperwork
Cancer Support Community is joined by other cancer advocacy organizations in strongly opposing provisions in the CMS interim final rule. See our joint statement here: cancersupportcommunity.org/s…
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Understanding biomarker test results can feel overwhelming for many patients and caregivers. Join this free webinar to learn more about biomarker testing, what results may mean, how to use an AI tool to understand your results, and how they can help guide treatment decisions.
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Two weeks until our June 18 Sparks Series workshop with John McInerney (MMC). Learn how short‑form video is reshaping nonprofit engagement. Up to 2.0 CFRE Points. Register today: events.zoom.us/ev/AmTSfdj-6f… #CSCSPARKS2026
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Cancer Support Community is joined by other cancer advocacy organizations in strongly opposing provisions in the CMS interim final rule. See our joint statement here: cancersupportcommunity.org/s…
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For people managing serious illness, disability, or functional impairment, these requirements are not merely procedural—they can have serious consequences.
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People with cancer may be especially vulnerable because treatment-related disabilities can make it difficult to meet work and reporting requirements!
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Our new Cancer Support Community research was presented at #ASCO2026! Erica Fortune and Abigail Newell presented “Travel time to cancer care as it relates to care access, transportation distress, and financial toxicity: Findings from the Cancer Experience Registry”
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This presentation was about how travel time to cancer care is associated with barriers to care, distress, and financial toxicity. Want a closer look? The poster is now available on the Cancer Support Community website: cancersupportcommunity.org/s…
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