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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 >
Posted on by Leave a commentCancer 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 >
Posted on by 1 CommentThe Value of Prevention Does Not End at 65
“Medical science deserves hearty congratulations for extending the lifespan of Americans to 80 years and beyond. This is truly an impressive feat, considering that most babies born in 1900 did not live past the age of 50. I rejoice in my own longevity, as I’m sure you do. But I also wonder whether the same health care system that gave me these extra years is doing its best to help me make sure those years are healthy ones. Frankly, I have my doubts.” Read More >
Posted on by 2 CommentsA Call for Action: Responding to the Increasing Incidence of Liver Cancer in the United States
Liver cancer is on the rise in the United States, but is largely preventable. CDC’s National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program is committed to decreasing liver cancer incidence. We are working with federal and non-federal partners to fight this deadly disease and save lives. Read More >
Posted on by 1 CommentWhen Cancer Runs in the Family
"I’ve learned a lot about my family in this process as these health conversations have often turned into stories of our history, our tenacity, and characteristics that we all share. I know that Aunt Pat would be proud of us for having these tough conversations and learning more about ourselves. We all miss her, but her memory remains strong." Read More >
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