NYS Cancer Consortium

09/23/2026

The Skin Cancer Action Team announces the release of the New York State (NYS) Sun Safety Toolkit for PreK-12 Schools. This toolkit provides strategies for schools to adopt and sustain school sun safety policies and a wealth of resources to support implementation. Help us reduce skin cancer risk for students and staff in NYS! For more information, visit our website.

06/01/2026

The Patient Voice: Living With and Beyond Cancer in Rural Communities ECHO

This free, interactive ECHO program provides the patient perspective on improving care for cancer survivors in rural communities throughout New York State. Join a team of experts through case-based discussions as they share challenges and strategies to navigating cancer care in rural communities as informed by focus groups with cancer survivors.

For more information about session times and dates, visit: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1778699417377H9PTEU3YI1

04/15/2026

Make a plan to get screened. People at average risk for colorectal cancer can begin screening at age 45. Talk to your doctor about your risk factors, when you should be screened, and your screening options.

If you are uninsured or underinsured, the New York State Cancer Services Program may be able to help with free cancer screenings. Call today: 1-866-442-2262.

https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/services/

03/31/2026

Getting screened for colorectal cancer may not sound pleasant, but it can actually prevent cancer. There are several screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you. https://www.cdc.gov/colorectal-cancer/screening/index.html

03/31/2026

Routine screening is prevention, because doesn't always have symptoms. If you're 45 or older, talk to your doctor about screening options.

There are several tests, some of which can be done at home.

03/31/2026

A colonoscopy is just one of several screening tests for colorectal cancer. Some can even be done from the comfort of your home at a low cost. Talk to your doctor to learn more about getting screened: https://www.cdc.gov/colorectal-cancer/screening/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm

03/31/2026

Eligible for colorectal cancer screening? Don’t wait to get screened—talk to your doctor about how to protect your health through easy at-home tests.

03/31/2026

New research shows that colorectal cancer (CRC) is dropping in older adults and rising in younger ones. People under 50 are getting diagnosed at advanced stages more often now than older adults (over 65). Earlier diagnosis through CRC screening, and education, may reduce that risk. Learn more here:

The ACS 2026 Colorectal Cancer Statistics report says CRC rates in the US are moving in two directions—up for ages

03/31/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. New research shows that colorectal cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in people under age 50! Colorectal cancer screening begins at age 45 for most people, but if you have risk factors or symptoms, talk to your doctor right away. Learn more here: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/colorectal/symptoms.htm