Resources
Resources
2025 American Cancer Society Impact
201 nights of free lodging provided to residents of York County who needed to travel for treatment and stayed at a Hope Lodge.
Road to Recovery – 1,000 free rides in the Charlotte metro area which includes York County for patients who otherwise would not have been able to get to their treatment.
326 services were provided through ACS to residents of York County who contact the Cancer Information Center.
$140,000 in grants to the major Cancer Centers in our area to help fill in any gaps in securing transportation and lodging for patients, 118 services were provided to just York County patients through these grants.
Recent research has shown that for the first time colon cancer is the #1 cause of cancer death in men under 50 and #2 for women under 50. We are working with partners over the next 2 years investing $100,000 to create systematic changes in early detection of colon cancer in uninsured individuals.
In South Carolina the ACS is investing $2.64M in current research grants to identify better treatments or ways to prevent cancer.
Researchers at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, led by Dr. Ozgur Sahin, a professor and SmartState Endowed Chair in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, are spearheading vital research funded by a $3.45M American Cancer Society Research Scholar Grant—a significant investment in South Carolina research. This work focuses on uncovering new targets for breast cancers that are resistant to standard therapies. Click here to learn more.
Local Cancer Resources
American Cancer Society – The ACS has programs and services to help you manage cancer treatment and recovery and find the emotional support you need. And best of all, the help is free.
Atrium Health – There’s one common thread that connects all people facing cancer: the need for a good support system. Atrium Health Levine Cancer’s Department of Supportive Oncology offers clinics and programs to support you, your family and your caregivers throughout your cancer journey. Our goal is to decrease symptoms, improve health, facilitate recovery and nurture well-being.
Carolina Breast Friends – The mission of Carolina Breast Friends is to embrace the breast cancer community in a positive environment. We provide resources and education through fellowship and mentoring during any stage of the journey.
NFL Crucial Catch – Find local screening centers, schedule screening reminders, live chat and more.
Novant Health – We provide more than exceptional medical cancer treatment and care at Novant Health. Our team is also dedicated to giving you the support and guidance you need after a cancer diagnosis. Your journey starts with a patient navigator who supports you throughout your care and connects you to support services following treatment.
Take Charge of Your Health
Wondering which cancer screenings you might need? Looking for local screening centers or trusted resources?
The Crucial Catch website has you covered with tools, information and support to help you take the next step:
Personalized cancer screening recommendations
Nearby screening locations
Resources to support prevention and early detection
To learn more about cancer screenings, visit https://www.cancer.org/cancer/screening/get-screened.html
Need more information on screening? Have you been diagnosed with cancer? The ACS live chat and helpline are here to help.
Call the ACS 24/7 cancer helpline
Use the ACS live chat M-F, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET.
Visit cancer.org or call the 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345.
Quick Reference Guide, Set Screening Reminders, Find a Screening Center & more: Click here.
Take the ACS CancerRisk360™ assessment to learn more about what you can change to improve your health. By taking 5 minutes to answer a few questions, we will give you a personalized roadmap of actions with helpful resources you can use to lower your risk of cancer. Click here to take the assessment.
Screening Recommendations By Age: Click here.