American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society (ACS) 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, education, advocacy and service." The Society is organized into 14 geographical divisions of both medical and lay volunteers operating in more than 3,400 offices throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. The National Home Office is located in Atlanta, Georgia.

Fact: Cancer is the leading cause of death among working-age adults.

Fact: Nearly 50 percent of all cancer deaths could be prevented with everyday lifestyle changes.

Each year BRMEMC participates in helping raise money for the American Cancer Society. Click the following links to find out what we do to help.