2026 Cancer Statistics Forum: Updates from American Cancer Society
Join IPHCA and the American Cancer Society for an in-depth look at the newly released 2026 Cancer Statistics Report. This forum will highlight key insights from the Cancer Facts & Figures publication, including updates on cancer burden, incidence trends, and ongoing disparities, as reported by the American Cancer Society in January.
Speaker:
Gargee Patel, Associate Director of Community Partnerships at American Cancer Society
Gargee Patel is the Associate Director of Community Partnerships at the American Cancer Society, where she has spent the past six years leading strategic collaborations with community organizations, health systems, and FQHCs to expand access across the cancer continuum. She holds a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and an MBA in Healthcare Management. Gargee’s commitment to this work is deeply personal, having served as a caregiver for both her mother and sister, this personal connection fuels her commitment to ACS’s mission and her drive to expand access, reduce barriers, and support the communities who have been touched by cancer.