natural disasters

February 1, 2024 · Kate Ruder
Wildfires are becoming increasingly common, and more people are starting to see the effects of exposure to wildfire smoke in their daily lives. Here, find out what the research says about whether wildfire smoke can increase your cancer risk and steps you can take to protect yourself from its effects. Read More >>
September 27, 2023 · Jyoti Patel, MD, FASCO
In this month’s “From the Editor in Chief” column, Dr. Jyoti Patel discusses what people with cancer should know about navigating their cancer care during an extreme weather event, including how these events could impact their care and ways to be prepared. Read More >>
March 26, 2019 · Marcia Cruz-Correa, MD, PhD
San Juan and Caguas, Puerto Rico, were recent stops in ASCO President Dr. Bertagnolli’s “ASCO in the Community” tour. These visits are focused on understanding and addressing the barriers that prevent people from receiving quality cancer care. Dr. Marcia Cruz-Correa shares some insight into what delivering cancer care is like in Puerto Rico, especially after Hurricane Maria. Read More >>
December 11, 2018 · Enrique Soto, MD, MSc
If a natural disaster hits your area, it may be hard to get the cancer care you need. Learn what you can do before, during, and after an emergency situation to make sure you’re prepared. Read More >>
August 30, 2017 · Greg Guthrie, ASCO staff
If you or a loved one has cancer, what do you do in the immediate aftermath of a hurricane? Read More >>

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