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Know Your Body. Know Your Family History.

“There is no screening test recommended for any gynecologic cancer except for cervical cancer. Knowing your own body, recognizing that something may be wrong, and seeing a doctor may be lifesaving.” Read More >

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What Cancer Survivors Should Know About Their Mental Health

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“Mental health care is as important as caring for your physical health during and after cancer treatment. Talk to your health care provider about how you are feeling emotionally. You may also find that support groups for cancer survivors can be helpful.” Read More >

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Data on the Forefront: How CDC Keeps Measuring Progress and Targeting Action

Data allow people to monitor health in communities, whether that is a small area or the entire country. High-quality, reliable cancer statistics mean we can accurately track who is getting cancer and what types of cancer are increasing or decreasing. Showing these data in an understandable way means everyone involved can work smarter and do more good. Read More >

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3 Weird Things About Acetaldehyde

Drinking alcohol raises the risk of some cancers. Drinking any kind of alcohol can contribute to cancers of the mouth and throat, larynx (voice box), esophagus, colon and rectum, liver, and breast (in women). The less alcohol you drink, the lower the risk of cancer.

Acetaldehyde can cause cancer, and the more acetaldehyde you are exposed to, the higher your cancer risk. But what is acetaldehyde? Read More >

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Lowering Your Cancer Risk: A Matter of Ups and Downs

You can help prevent cancer by making healthy choices for you and your family.

Like creating a great song, creating a healthy body is a matter of ups and downs. A few simple choices can help you engineer a lifetime with lower cancer risk. Read More >

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