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Hispanic Heritage Month: New Spanish-Language Resources for Cancer Patients Getting Chemotherapy

Photo of Vivian and her dad

Does my dad really have to have stage 4 cancer and not be able to understand what his medical team is telling him? I didn’t like the answer. In honor of my dad and Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m so proud to spread the word about the Preventing Infections in Cancer Patients program that is available in English and Spanish. Read More >

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Reflections on My Childhood Cancer Experience 10 Years Later

Jordyn with her family.

“Having cancer taught me to try to find as much joy where you can get it. A cancer diagnosis and treatment can be so harrowing and overwhelming that it’s important to keep a focus on what you love. For me it’s humor, soccer, friends, and family. Cancer made me who I am, and I like who I am. I also learned that short hair can be cute!” Read More >

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Four Reasons Why You Should Use the US Cancer Statistics Tools

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U.S. Cancer Statistics, the official federal cancer statistics covering the entire United States population, has been updated with new data and new ways to analyze the data by demographics and risk factors. Learn more about how you can explore and use the latest U.S. cancer data. Read More >

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Celebrating 10 Years of Collaboration to Prevent Infections in Cancer Patients

In 2009, CDC and the CDC Foundation, with financial support from Amgen Oncology, announced the Preventing Infections in Cancer Patients program that would provide evidence-based resources for patients, caregivers, and health care providers on how to lower the risk of infection. Read More >

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Cancer Survivors Month: Free Help to Quit Smoking

Cancer survivors can take important steps to lower the risk of cancer coming back. These include knowing your family history and living a healthy lifestyle, including being physically active and eating a balanced diet. A healthy lifestyle also means being tobacco-free. Read More >

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