American Institute for Cancer Research

See schedule o. educationeducation programsthe American Institute for Cancer Research (aicr) champions the latest and most authoritative scientific Research on Cancer prevention and survival through diet, weight and physical activity so that we can help people make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their risk. We want to live in a world where no one develops a preventable cancer.in fy22, aicr received a grant to support aicr's education programs from the safeway foundation. Education: aicr's messageaicr's education programs are evidence-based. This evidence comes from both the Research we fund, and the conclusions drawn in our scientific reports. From these findings we produce educational materials to meet a wide variety of needs, across all stages of the Cancer continuum. Aicr newsletterin fiscal year (fy) 2022, aicr distributed over 1.1 million copies of its newsletter to supporters. Each quarterly issue is filled with articles on Research, physical activity, weight management and nutrition, including recipes related to reducing Cancer risk for prevention and healthy survivorship. The practical tips, advice and featured stories are all made possible by aicr's generous supporters. Each issue is reviewed by an advisory group of clinicians, registered dietitians, recipe developers and Cancer researchers. Brochures and fact sheetsdeveloped to put the latest Cancer Research findings in a concise format, aicr's brochures, leaflets and fact sheets offer many different audiences our empowering message that we can take steps to reduce our own Cancer risk. Following the launch of our third expert report in may 2018, all these resources were reviewed and updated to reflect the most current scientific evidence.in fy22, we offered 21 different brochure titles and 11 fact sheets for Cancer prevention and Cancer survivorship. Individuals can order single free copies; health professionals and medical centers (e.g., hospitals, Cancer clinics, etc.) Can make bulk purchases. Aicr also distributes brochures at conferences, events and health fairs. In fy22, aicr distributed over 33,000 brochures and other publications.health aidsaicr produces health aidsincluding a toolkit, charts, tear sheets, magnets, a calendar and moreto turn lowering Cancer risk into a "hands-on" experience. Individuals can order single free copies; health professionals and medical centers (hospitals, Cancer clinics, etc.) Can make bulk purchases. Aicr also distributes health aids at conferences, events and health fairs. In fy22, aicr distributed almost 7,000 health aids.foods that fight Cancer calendarin fy22, we distributed 4,783 "foods that fight Cancer" calendars, with 12 monthly messages on preventing Cancer and 12 recipes. Aicr websitethe goal of the aicr website (www.aicr.org) is to inspire users to take control of their health using research-backed Cancer prevention and survivorship resources. The website offers updated information on aicr Research; healthy, cancer-protective recipes and fitness tips; and a host of interactive tools and resources on the science of lowering Cancer risk. In fy22, aicr's website received over 1 million users (unique visitors) and the total number of page views exceeded 2 million.aicr's website also includes inspiring stories of impact. These are testimonials by health professionals who regularly use aicr's resources to build healthier communities through Cancer centers, survivorship programs and more. The authors ranged from a Cancer survivor who became a Cancer awareness advocate by founding his own Cancer nonprofit to registered dietitians in Cancer centers, hospitals and school systems to a nurse practitioner and a medical oncologist from all parts of the country including rural, suburban and urban areas. There are also testimonials by people who have been directly affected by Cancer or know someone who has been affected by Cancer, and how they have used aicr's resources to help themselves or others navigate Cancer from diagnosis through survivorship.free e-publicationsaicr has a library of e-publications that deliver the latest information on lowering Cancer risk straight to subscribers' inboxes. Our two e-publications are reviewed by Cancer researchers, clinicians, dietitians and aicr staff. Both continue to get strong open and click-through rateswell above the industry average. The content continues to be repurposed and used by other Cancer centers and health professionals.the monthly newsletter Cancer focus encompasses three areas: how to start living for lower Cancer risk today; breaking news and current Research in the fight against Cancer; and Research, recipes and foods to help survivors navigate their Cancer journey. As of september 2022, over 90,000 people have subscribed to aicr Cancer focus.aicr healthy recipes is for those looking for ways to bring the Research home with quick, easy and delicious cancer-protective meals. All monthly recipes are specially crafted with Cancer prevention and healthy survivorship in mind and follow aicr's recipe guidelines. As of september 2022, over 40,000 people have subscribed to aicr healthy recipes.aicr blog and social mediathe aicr blog (aicr.org/resources/blog) speaks to supporters; Cancer patients, survivors and caregivers; health professionals; the media and the general public. The aicr blog is one way aicr engages in an ongoing discussion about Research and separates Cancer myths from Cancer facts, especially those that are hot topics in the media. It is where we share our take on current news and encourage readers to post comments. In fy22, the aicr blog received over 360,000 users (unique visitors), and nearly 560,000 page views. Facebook and twitter have historically been important communication channels for aicr to share messages with a wide and diverse audience. In addition to facebook and twitter, aicr increased social media efforts in fy22 to help grow our brand on instagram, linkedin, pinterest and youtube. At the end of fy22, aicr gained a total of 4,550 social media followers for 12% growth compared to fy21. Over the course of fy22 aicr social media channels had a total of 1,724,165 impressions and 61,200 engagements. Social media total number of followers (as of 9/30/2022): 50,849 (twitter, facebook, instagram, linkedin, pinterest). In fy22 instagram (@cancerprevention) had 2,391 new followers, totaling 9,266 followers at the end of september 2022. This is a 34.8% increase compared to fy21. On average, instagram content reached 667 users daily. At the close of fy22, aicr's facebook page had 24,735 followers and on average, our content reached over 8,000 users daily. Twitter (@aicrtweets) had 7,730 followers, linkedin had 9,266 and pinterest had 2,075.cancer prevention month february is Cancer prevention month to raise awareness that 40% of cancers can be prevented and provide empowering messages to help Cancer survivors take control of their health.we had a successful Cancer prevention month with a new theme of "click, connect, commit." Website visitors and social media impressions all increased during the month and 17 individuals signed up to be ambassadors for aicr during the month. A partnership with the monday's campaign generated additional downloads of our materials and engagement with our programs. Pzazz and giant nutrition were education sponsors and their advertisements directed people to take our Cancer health check.we also encouraged people to "take the ten" an online tool (aicr's healthy10 challenge) to help people change their lifestyle habits and put aicr's Cancer prevention recommendations into action. The healthy10 challenge is designed to help individuals improve their diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight for lower Cancer risk and better overall health.healthy10 challengeaicr's evidence-based materials help people learn about what they can do to protect themselves from Cancer, but we also supply them with tools that support the kind of real, lasting behavior change that leads to lower risk. The healthy10 challenge is a 10-week, free, interactive, online program to help users improve their diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight for lower Cancer risk and better overall health. It is based on aicr's evidence-based Cancer prevention recommendations and is intended for adults wanting to reduce their Cancer risk (including recurrence and secondary Cancer). Its motivational challenges alternate between diet and physical activity to help users eat smarter and move more. Each week users will be given a goal as well as tips and tools to help conquer each challenge. This is a simple and fun way to become healthier and take action to reduce Cancer risk at any stage of life and meets individuals where they are at in their health journey.

See schedule o.researchscientific study of the relationship of diet, physical activity and weight management to Cancer risk and survivorship continues to be the primary focus of American Institute for Cancer Research (aicr) Research investment and activities. Evidence shows that weight management, physical activity, food and nutrition play important roles in Cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship. Research shows that approximately 40% of all cancers could be prevented if everyone reached and maintained a healthy weight, followed the recommendations for regular physical activity, consumed a healthy diet, avoided use of tobacco products and followed appropriate screening and vaccination guidelines.aicr is unique in its focus on preventing Cancer and improving survival through diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity. We collate and interpret the latest and most authoritative global scientific Research on the links between Cancer and diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity. We then translate our findings into practical, clear, evidence-based recommendations on Cancer prevention for use by health professionals, individuals and governments worldwide.in total, through fy22, aicr has committed more than $111 million for hundreds of individual Research projects at universities, hospitals and Research centers.aicr pioneered the funding of Research examining diet and Cancer and was the first organization to devote itself to studying the role of diet and other lifestyle factors in lowering Cancer risk. The Research that we have funded has helped transform the once-radical notionthat everyday choices can dramatically reduce Cancer riskinto a universally accepted medical fact and public health policy.our multi-faceted investment in Research continues across several core activities.aicr grant programthe aicr grant program is dedicated to funding Research on Cancer prevention, treatment and survival related to diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity. In the 2022 grant cycle, we received 106 letters of intent. We invited 49 applicants to submit full applications and received 42 for our grant panel to review and discuss, 30 focused on Cancer survivorship and 12 focused on Cancer prevention.all applications are subjected to rigorous peer review. The 2022 grant review panel was chaired by dr. james fleet, the margaret mckean love endowed professor of nutrition, cellular, and molecular science at the university of Texas at austin. Our co-chair was dr. linda cook, co-leader, Cancer control Research program, university of new mexico comprehensive Cancer center. The grant review panel included 11 additional experts with the depth and breadth of expertise to evaluate the scientific merit and impact of the proposed research.reviewers:linda cook, university of new mexico hscjames fleet, university of texas-austinkeri schadler, md anderson Cancer centeremily lavoy, university of houstonpaul spagnuolo, university of guelphcarrie daniel-macdougall, university of Texas md anderson Cancer centerjoanne elena, nih/ncimichael de lisio, university of ottawajustin brown, pennington biomedical Research centernathalie mckenzie, advent health medical groupchristina dieli-conwright, harvard universityheather leach, Colorado state universitythomas o'connell, Indiana universityfunded grants1. Etan orgel, md diet and exercise to improve treatment outcomes for children and adolescents with b-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Children's hospital los angeles, los angeles, ca2. Jeanine genkinger, phd, mhs improving precision prevention of colorectal Cancer by accounting for familial risk. The trustees of columbia university in the city of new york, new york, ny3. Erin van blarigan, scd health behaviors and colorectal Cancer survival in the multiethnic cohort study. The regents of the university of California, san francisco, san francisco, ca4. Ana pereira, phd disentangling the relationship between trajectories of body fatness and post-pubertal breast composition in the growth and obesity chilean cohort study: role of metabolic, hormonal, and inflammatory markers during childhood. Instituto de nutricion y tecnologia de los alimentos/corporacion para apoyo de la investigacion cientifica en nutricion, santiago, chile5. Lisa schwartz, phd. Using innovative digital technologies to capture the dynamic predictors and benefits of physical activity in adolescents and young adults with Cancer. The children's hospital of philadelphia, philadelphia, pa6. Kuang-yi wen, phd txt4fasting: an interactive mobile time-restricted eating diet intervention for patients with brain metastases to maximize radiation outcomes. Thomas jefferson university, philadelphia, pa7. Suzanna zick, nd, mph living well with lymphoma: improving diet quality to improve energy, sleep and quality of life. The regents of the university of Michigan, ann arbor, miaicr expert reportssince 2007, aicr and its international affiliate, the world Cancer Research fund (wcrf), have worked together on the continuous update project (cup). The cup has built on the systematic literature review conducted for our 2007 second expert report food, nutrition, physical activity, and the prevention of Cancer: a global perspective. In 2018, aicr and wcrf published diet, nutrition, physical activity and Cancer: a global perspective, the third expert report to update both the assessment of the evidence for the impact of each factor on Cancer risk and revise the Cancer prevention recommendations the cup provides through timely reviews and expert panel assessments of the available peer-reviewed evidence. The cup reports have identified emerging Research areas and knowledge gaps that could be addressed within our grant program. Equally, new data generated from studies funded through our grant program are included in the cup reviews. Thus, aicr's Research grant programs and the cup act synergistically to strengthen the scientific evidence on the impact of diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity on Cancer prevention and control.in 2020, the cup has embarked on a process of evaluation and strategic planning, termed the cup transition, with a panel of international experts to determine the optimal directions for future Research in this field. This process continued through 2022, concluding with the development of a new strategy in 2022 with specified focus areas of Cancer survivorship, Cancer incidence, Cancer mechanisms and obesity. Concurrently, the cup transition panel reviewed the completed systematic literature reviews on medical outcomes and quality of life in breast Cancer survivors and submitted several manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.scientific presentations:aicr events2022 aicr lifestyle & Cancer symposium-innovation to impactin april 2022, aicr presented the "aicr lifestyle & Cancer symposium-innovation to impact; this was a fully virtual event co-chaired by dr. fang fang zhang (tufts university) and dr. justin brown (pennington biomedical Research center) featuring internationally renowned clinicians, scientists, researchers and health professionals presenting and discussing the latest evidence and perspectives on issues at the intersection of diet, nutrition, physical activity and Cancer risk and survivorship.this symposium presented recent innovations, spanning the chronic disease spectrum, and considered their implementation and impact on reducing Cancer risk and improving survivorship.the symposium is aimed at health professionals (including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, social workers and dietitians), researchers and policy advocates alike, with a real focus on how the sometimes remote and abstract world of academic and clinical Research relates to everyday decisions and lifestyle changes.speakers and topicsdariush mozaffarian, md, drph food as medicine: evidence and policy actions to integrate food and nutrition into healthcareelizabeth feliciano, scd, sm healthful dietary patterns and breast Cancer survivalsandeep prabhu, phd effect of dietary selenium in acute myeloid leukemialeann perkins, fnp-bc, dipaclm Cancer survivorship to prevention: an interdisciplinary team approachcolleen spees, phd, med, rdn, ld, fand integration of food and nutrition into oncology care: a medically tailored meal plus nutrition counseling intervention among patients with lung cancerwilliam kraus, md the roles of clinical exercise physiologists in personalizing exercise therapyan essential part of the care teammichael de lisio, phd exercise, obesity, and the late effects of radiation therapykathryn schmitz, phd, mph addressing symptoms in metastatic breast Cancer with technology: the nurse amie platform