Cancer Awareness

Women, Don’t Let Lung Cancer Fly Under the Radarchevron_right
When you think of women and cancer, breast cancer probably jumps to mind. But the cancer that is responsible for the most deaths among women is actually lung cancer.
Head and Neck Cancer: What You Need to Knowchevron_right
Most of us are aware of the deadly potential of lung or breast cancer, but another cancer that causes serious problems often gets little attention. While uncommon, cancers of the head and neck can affect some of our most important functions—eating, speaking, and breathing.
5 Steps to Lower Your Risk for Breast Cancerchevron_right
Does it seem like breast cancer is in the news a lot lately? Need helping sorting out the facts? Well, it’s true that breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among American women. And, unfortunately, some risks for this disease cannot be changed.
Follow-Up Colonoscopies: The Longer You Wait, the Higher Your Riskchevron_right
Both the American Cancer Society and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommend people with an average risk for colorectal cancer get a colonoscopy starting at age 45. However, adults frequently choose to forgo the test. But a colonoscopy has advantages—by looking at the entire colon, it detects not only cancer but other diseases as well.
Smokers: Quitting Earlier in Life Could Benefit Your Healthchevron_right
If you smoke, you probably know it increases your risk for many diseases, including cancer. But there may be some good news for those who kick the habit earlier in life. A recent study found that those who quit before age 45 cut their excess risk of dying of cancer by 89%.
What You Don’t Know About Skin Cancer Can Hurt Youchevron_right
Skin cancer affects more Americans than any other malignancy. In fact, nearly 1 in 5 will develop it. But a new survey finds huge gaps in public knowledge about risk factors.
Take Steps Now to Prevent Cancer Laterchevron_right
The statistic is sobering: One in 8 people worldwide dies of cancer each year. But there is some good news. By making simple lifestyle changes, half of cancers could be avoided.
Coping with the Emotional Side of Cancerchevron_right
Change is a constant. This is especially true if you’ve been diagnosed with cancer. Treatment options, daily schedules, finances, and future plans—there are many things for you and your loved ones to think about. All of this is likely to evoke a variety of feelings.
Good News for Breast Cancer Patients: The Latest Treatments Improve Health and Well-beingchevron_right
A breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming and scary. But every day, scientists make progress on helping patients live longer—and better.
What You Need to Know About Cancer Preventionchevron_right
Research shows that many people don’t know about other lifestyle factors that can affect their risk of developing the disease. Here are three you should know about and what you can do to reduce your cancer risk.
A Deadly Delay? The Pandemic’s Effects on Cancer Screeningschevron_right
Missed salon visits during stay-at-home orders may have led to split ends or gray strands. But COVID-19 caused many people to miss far more critical appointments—including for cancer screenings. And that has health experts concerned about the consequences.
When Should You Start Colon Cancer Screenings?chevron_right
Years ago, doctors may not have mentioned colorectal cancer prevention until a patient’s 50th birthday. But now, both the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and American Cancer Society (ACS) advise people with an average risk for colorectal cancer to begin regular screening at age 45. If you’re wondering why, here’s what you need to know.