MICR in the Community
Philadelphia Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
For the past 6 years, MICR has had the pleasure of being a charity partner for the Philadelphia Sista Strut! This event features a 3K walk with the goal of increasing public awareness about the impact of breast cancer in women of color as well as providing information on community resources.
AACR members, survivors, advocates, health professionals, and the community-at-large are invited to show their support during this half-day of health advocacy, cancer education, and community engagement by attending or making a donation to this important event. As a global leader in the fight against cancer, the AACR understands the importance of heightening cancer awareness in the community, and we are honored to be part of this event.
Proceeds from this event continue to benefit MICR’s programs that support breast cancer research for minorities and other diversity and health equity initiatives. We hope that you will be able to join us for this exciting event on Saturday, June 22, 2024!
AACR Members, Drs. Melissa Davis and Oluwadamilola “Lola” Fayanju, were interviewed by Loraine Ballard Morrill, Director, News & Community Affairs, Philadelphia iHeartMedia
Resources
AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024
The purpose of this report is to increase public awareness and understanding of cancer health disparities, including the need to increase diversity in clinical trials and the cancer workforce, as well as to provide policy recommendations to address the enormous public health challenge of cancer disparities. The report has been developed by preeminent cancer disparities researchers in the country and builds upon the AACR’s longstanding commitment to reducing cancer disparities through research, education, and policy. The report is the cornerstone of the AACR’s efforts to educate the public about cancer disparities, highlight the importance of biomedical research, and advocate for increased federal funding for the NIH, NCI, and CDC. Read the report.
AACR Survivor and Patient Advocacy Program
Participate in patient advocate events, access education and other resources, sign-up for the AACR Advocacy Alert Newsletter, experience the AACR Scientist↔Survivor Program®, and more. Learn more.
June is National Cancer Survivor Month
Thanks to cancer research, there are currently 18 million cancer survivors in the United States. Despite the challenges of short-term and long-term effects of treatments, cancer survivors are resilient. Learn more.