Cancer
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What is Testicular Cancer?
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Cancer is a disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal (malignant) cells. These malignant cells can invade nearby tissue and spread to parts of the body. Testicular cancer is the growth of malignant cells in one or both testicles. About Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is not a common form of cancer. Though it can…
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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
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According to the CDC, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women and men in the U.S. Each year, over 200,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with lung cancer and around 142,000 people die from the disease. Lung Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign to raise awareness about the…
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National Mammography Day
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As a part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, today we recognize National Mammography Day. A day that serves as a reminder that the best defense against cancer is early detection and we encourage women to schedule their annual mammograms. What is a Mammogram? A mammogram is an important first step in the early detection of…
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Understanding Melanoma
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Skin cancers are by far the most common of all cancers. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that occurs when melanocytes start to grow out of control. Melanoma accounts for about 1% of skin cancers but causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths. While melanoma is much less common than some other kinds…
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Sun Safety Tips
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The majority of skin cancers are caused by over-exposure to UV (ultraviolet) rays. While most UV exposure comes from being exposed to the sun, it can also come from some man-made sources like sun lamps, and tanning beds. People who get a lot of sun and are overexposed to ultraviolet rays are at greater risk…
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January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
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A month to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from HPV & cervical cancer. If detected early, cervical cancer is one of the most successfully treatable cancers. More than 12,000 women in the US are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. By having regular screening tests, cervical cancer can often be found early,…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Every October, our nation observes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness and to promote regular screening and early detection of breast cancer. Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer affecting American women. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will…
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Colorectal Cancer in the African American Community
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According to the American Cancer Society, not only do African Americans have the shortest survival rate of any racial or ethnic group in the United States for most cancers, but they also have the highest incidence of colorectal cancer. The passing of talented actor Chadwick Boseman at the relatively young age of 43 from colorectal…
