The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, advocacy, education and service.

Description:
Who We Are With chartered divisions throughout the country and over 3,400 local offices, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation.

The American Cancer Society reaches the American public through cancer programs and services. We offer programs such as: I Can Cope, Look Good Feel Better, Man to Man, Reach to Recovery, Road to Recovery and Tell-A-Friend. We also offer free wigs, scarves, turbans, etc. in "Our little Boutique."

History:
Since 1913 - through some of the nation's darkest hours - the American Cancer Society has fought and won significant battles against cancer. Nearly 9 million Americans alive today are cancer survivors, thanks in large part to the work of the American Cancer Society.

Contact person: Danielle Lavetan, Community & Volunteer Involvement Specialist, (phone), (email)

Address:

314 Good Drive Lancaster, PA 17603 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.cancer.org