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Cancer, Depression, and Suicide Risk: Signs to Watch For
It’s normal to feel sad sometimes when you’re facing cancer. But if that feeling won’t go away, you may be experiencing depression. Learn what the signs are and how you can get help.
Just Diagnosed With Head and Neck Cancer: Answers from an Expert
Dr. Kathryn Gold provides an overview of head and neck cancers, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and side effects.
How Can We Do Better at Preventing Cancer?
In this month’s From the Editor’s Desk, Dr. Schapira writes about prevention and what we can do to help understand and manage our personal cancer risk.
I Survived Melanoma and I Want You to Know: Indoor Tanning Is Dangerous
“Even after I heard horror stories about the negative effects of indoor tanning, I knew they’d never happen to me. I couldn’t have been more wrong.” Ashley Drury shares her journey from tanning bed advocate to survivor of advanced melanoma.
Did You Know Drinking Alcohol Increases Cancer Risk?
In this podcast, Dr. Noelle LoConte discusses a recent statement from the American Society of Clinical Oncology that covers the link between drinking alcohol and developing cancer.
2017 National Cancer Opinion Survey: Do You Know What Causes Cancer?
The results of ASCO’s first National Cancer Opinion Survey have been released, and it shows that Americans are taking action to lower their cancer risk. But many still don’t know about some of the leading causes of cancer.
Donating Biospecimens for Cancer Research: An Expert FAQ
Did you know that scientists can use samples from our bodies to learn more about cancer and how to treat it? These samples are called biospecimens, and people can donate them to help make progress in cancer research regardless of whether they have cancer.
How to Stop Bacteria From Ruining Your Summer Meal
People with cancer have higher risks of serious food-related illness from bacteria when temperatures rise. Learn how to prevent infections during warm days.
Understanding the Risk of Late Recurrence of Breast Cancer
The reasons why some women experience a late recurrence of breast cancer are complex. In this post, Dr. Crystal Moore describes who may be at risk of late recurrence and 5 things you can do to thrive in your life and survivorship.
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