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Eating Healthy on a Budget
By Stacy Simon An important way to stay healthy and help lower your cancer risk is to eat a healthy diet with more vegetables, fruits, and whole grains – and less red meat, processed meat, fried foods, and desserts. For many people, the change to a healthier diet includes more meals that are cooked at home. Get inspired with healthy recipes from the American Cancer Society. Making the switch from fast food and prepared meals to a healthier diet doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. By following a few simple tips to help you plan and shop, you can actually save money while eating better. Try these tips to g...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 27, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

NIH to Fund Study of Breast Cancer in Black Women
By Stacy SimonThe National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), is launching the largest ever study to try to find the underlying causes of breast cancer in black women, and to better understand why they are more likely to die of breast cancer than are white women. A $12 million grant will fund the research into ways genetic factors contribute to breast cancer risk in black women.Black women are more likely than other racial/ethnic groups to be diagnosed with breast cancer at later stages, and they have the lowest survival at each state of diagnosis. They are also more likely to be di...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 23, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Breast Cancer Disparities Source Type: news

Plan an Active Vacation
By Stacy SimonGetting away from it all on a summer vacation doesn’t have to mean getting away from living an active lifestyle.Think about planning an active vacation: It could be a chance to explore a new interest or hobby, and might end up taking you to places you never thought possible.The great outdoors offers many options. Try planning your vacation around a specific activity, or choosing a spot and exploring activities nearby. Headed toward the mountains? Camping, climbing, and hiking are great ways to spend time in nature and get a lot of exercise. If you’ll be near water, try canoeing, kayaking, scuba di...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 20, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

American Cancer Society Updates HPV Vaccine Recommendations to Include Males
By Stacy Simon The American Cancer Society has updated its guideline for human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination to include males. The change makes the guideline largely consistent with US government recommendations. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), part of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is the main source for US immunization policy. HPV VACCINE RESOURCES: Facts and Fears Recommendations by Age Detailed Information Almost everyone who is not vaccinated will get HPV at some time in their lives, and most will never know it. HPV is transmitted through sexual cont...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 19, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Prevention/Early Detection Cervical Cancer Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer Source Type: news

Family Reunions the Healthy Living Way
By Stacy Simon Whether it’s your first family reunion or your 50th, getting the whole family together is likely to involve food, activities, and lots and lots of family stories. Family reunions are a time to reminisce about the old days and create new traditions, a chance to reconnect with family members, and to meet new ones. If you’re planning or attending a family reunion this summer, make healthy living a part of the activities for young and old alike. Choose a healthier menu This year, adapt some family recipes to incorporate ingredients that are lower in fat, salt, and calories. You’ll be teaching a...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 14, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

Teaching Teens to Get Serious About Sun Safety
What’s Up with Tiffany’s Dad?Medikidz Explain Melanoma By Kim Chilman-Blair and Shawn deLoacheA summer sunburn or a trip to the tanning bed may seem like no big deal to the average teenager. However, overexposing your skin to the harmful UV rays found in sunlight and tanning lights as a teenager can add up to an increased risk of skin cancer as an adult. This year, it is estimated that more than 75,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, and in spite of the serious effects of this disease, many teens will not take the steps they need to protect their skin and r...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - July 7, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Skin Cancer - Melanoma Sun Safety/Tanning Source Type: news

7 Steps for Safe Summer Workouts
By Stacy SimonWinter, spring, summer, or fall, regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.But when the temperature rises, so does the risk for heat-related illnesses, including cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. These can occur when the body can’t cool itself quickly enough.The Mayo Clinic advises taking these precautions when exercising in hot weather:Watch the temperature. Check weather forecasts and heat alerts before you begin your outdoor workout, and know what the temperature is expected to be. If you're concerned about the heat or humidity, stay indoors. Work out at the gym, or...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 24, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

Meet Rebecca Wates, Our First Crowdfunded Cancer Scientist
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Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 22, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news

Choose the Right Sunscreen
By Stacy SimonSummer is here. And while you should use sunscreen every day of the year, it’s even more important during summertime, when the days are longer, the sun is stronger, and it’s easier to spend more time outdoors. When choosing sunscreen, be sure to read the label before you buy. Food and Drug Administration regulations require the labels to follow certain guidelines. Our guide can help you understand the terms.Choose a sunscreen with “broad spectrum” protection. Sunscreens with this label protect against both UVA and UVB rays. All sunscreen products protect against UVB rays, which are the...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 21, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Sun Safety/Tanning Source Type: news

World Health Organization Says Very Hot Drinks May Cause Cancer
But drops coffee from list of possible carcinogensBy Stacy SimonThe International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified drinking very hot beverages as a probable carcinogen, something that probably causes cancer. IARC is the cancer agency of the World Health Organization. Very hot beverages refer to drinks hotter than 65 degrees Celsius, which translates to about 149 degrees Fahrenheit. In the US, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and other hot beverages are usually drunk at temperatures lower than 149 degrees.The studies that led IARC to classify drinking very hot beverages as a possible carcinogen mostly looked ...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 15, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Cancer Risks/Causes Endometrial Cancer Bladder Cancer Source Type: news

Zebrafish Research Shows Promise for Melanoma, Brain Cancer, and More
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Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 10, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news

Breaking Down Health Care Barriers for LGBT Community
By Stacy SimonLesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month is about more than the colorful parades that take place across the country every June. It’s also about remembering the struggles of people who have fought for the equal rights of all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.Research suggests that barriers to health care are among the challenges faced by the LGBT community.Studies have found that lesbians and bisexual women have higher rates of breast cancer than heterosexual women. They also get less routine health care than other women, including breast and cervical cancer...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 7, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Disparities Source Type: news

Cancer Specialists Gather to Discuss Innovations in Research and Treatment
As many as 30,000 cancer specialists from around the world are gathering in Chicago this week for the 52nd annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). The event runs from June 3rd through June 7th. It features the latest advances in clinical cancer research. News announced during each meeting includes the latest findings from cancer clinical trials, including new drug studies, which could change current standards of care. This year’s meeting will focus on the theme Collective Wisdom: The Future of Patient-Centered Care and Research, emphasizing that the combined knowledge from various discipli...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 4, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: General Information Source Type: news

Inspire the Cancer Survivor in Your Life
I Can SurviveBy Jennifer May AllenOn Sunday, June 5th, people throughout America are invited to celebrate hope, survivorship, and the millions who have faced cancer during National Cancer Survivors Day.For many cancer survivors, however, the challenges of treatment and recovery are something they will deal with both on this day and throughout the year. To help share words of encouragement with the people who need them most, the American Cancer Society offers an excerpt from I Can Survive, a book of poetry and illustrations that helps inspire survivors and the “survivor in each of us.”This book in one sentence: ...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 3, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Coping with Cancer Source Type: news

Keep Foods Safe at Summer Picnics
By Stacy SimonFresh air and exercise, friends and family, and coolers of favorite homemade dishes are the ingredients for a happy summer picnic.But warmer temperatures help bacteria grow, so it’s more important than ever to practice food safety during the hot summer months.Keep your food from spoiling by following these safety tips from the US Department of Agriculture:Wash hands, utensils, containers, and work surfaces before handling food to prevent harmful bacteria from spreading.Cook food the same day as the picnic, not in advance, to give bacteria less time to grow. Cool food quickly by spreading it out in shall...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 2, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news