Kansas City, Kan- Dr. Sean Kumer, Chief Medical Officer, discussed the American Cancer Society's latest cancer facts and figures report, highlighting both positive trends and concerning takeaways.

Key points included the impact of COVID-19 on cancer screening, particularly mammograms and lung cancer screenings.

Dr. Sean Kumer, Chief Medical Officer, The University of Kansas Health System

· Recognizes the incredible milestone of the health system performing 6,000 solid organ transplants. Congratulates the Center for Transplantation. · Solid Organ Transplant │ The University of Kansas Health System

· Emphasizes the importance of regular screenings, advocacy for health, and access to care.

Dr. Will Parker, Urologic Oncologist, The University of Kansas Cancer Center

· Dr. Parker explains the PSA test for prostate cancer and its limitations as a standalone screening tool.

· Racial disparities in prostate cancer, with black men being twice as likely to die from the disease compared to white men, are highlighted.

Dr. Kelsey Larson, Breast Surgical Oncologist, The University of Kansas Cancer Center

· Dr. Larson explains the rise in breast cancer rates in women, attributing it to factors like excess body weight, later age at first birth, and decreased birth rates.

· She discusses the importance of routine mammograms starting at age 40 and the availability of high-risk programs for early detection.

Dr. Alykhan Nagji, Thoracic Surgeon, The University of Kansas Health System

· Dr. Nagji discusses the underutilization of lung cancer screenings and the guidelines for eligibility.

· The potential impact of vaping and e-cigarettes on lung cancer rates is highlighted.

Dr. Raed Al-Rajabi,, Medical Oncologist, The University of Kansas Cancer Center

· Dr. Al Rajabi discusses the aggressive nature of pancreatic cancer and its low survival rates.

· The importance of high-risk populations, including those with a family history of pancreatic cancer, getting regular screenings is emphasized.