Cancers & Diseases

Men's health and cancer screenings play an important role in detecting cancer early, when treatment is often most effective. Regular screenings can help identify cancer before symptoms develop, allowing for earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.During Men's Health Month, it is important for men to understand which cancer screenings may be recommended based on age, risk factors, and personal health history. Speaking with a healthcare provider about screening options can help ensure that the right preventative steps are taken.Routine screenings are one of the most effective ways to detect certain cancers early and improve survival rates. 

Cancer survivorship begins at the time of a cancer diagnosis and continues throughout the rest of a person's life. While completing treatment is an important milestone, many patients find that life after cancer comes with new questions, challenges, and adjustments.During National Cancer Survivors Month, it is important to recognize that survivorship includes physical recovery, emotional well-being, and ongoing medical care. With the right support and follow-up care, many cancer survivors are able to return to daily activities and focus on long-term health.According to the National Cancer Institute, there are millions of cancer survivors in the United States, highlighting the importance of survivorship care and support.

Flatiron Health and Community Oncology Alliance partner to deliver first comprehensive, real-world assessment of care in community oncology, affirming the high-quality care delivered across community practices.Patients diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer and non-small cell lung cancer had longer survival compared to national benchmarks when treated in independent community oncology practices, according to a new study commissioned by the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) and conducted by Flatiron Health. The research supports independent community oncologists' ability to deliver high-quality outcomes for the majority of U.S. patients with cancer who receive care in community oncology settings.The study shows that median survival for patients diagnosed with breast cancer that spread to other organs and treated at a Flatiron Health Research Network (FHRN) community oncology practice exceeded national benchmarks by eight months. Median survival for those with non-small cell lung cancer- the most common lung cancer- treated at FHRN community oncology practices exceeded national benchmarks by two month. Survival rates after one, three, and five years were consistently higher for patients treated at community oncology practices within the FHRN relative to national benchmarks.Click to read the full press releaseClick to read the full study on quality of care in community oncology