A Testicular Cancer Awareness Month message from Dr. Debra Miller, spouse of U.S. Rep. Richard McCormick
It’s time for us to talk about testicular cancer, and to young men ages 20 to 39, this information is especially important for you. I’m…
Navigating without a map: Health care and the transgender community
From a young age, I rejected anything deemed feminine: I kept my hair short, wore “boy” clothes and pursued more masculine-associated activities. Once puberty began,…
Speaking up saved my life
My dad is a retired cardiologist, so I always took for granted that if something were seriously wrong with my health, I would know better…
Women’s History Month: changemakers in the cancer field
This Women’s History Month, we are honoring the lives, achievements and stories of women who have revolutionized cancer prevention, care and treatment. These doctors are…
Colorectal cancer researcher spotlight: Dr. Francesca Gany and “FITx3”
Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in the U.S. The good news? It is also one of the few cancers that is preventable through…
A Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month message from Dr. Laura Cassidy, spouse of Senator Bill Cassidy
Do you know the recommended age to begin colorectal cancer screening is 45? I’m Dr. Laura Cassidy, a retired cancer surgeon and I’m married to…
You never forget your first time: getting a colonoscopy
The day I turned 45, my social media feeds were immediately peppered with ads for Cologuard and reminders to get screened for colorectal cancer. It…
Overcoming transportation barriers to cancer screening
Transportation is a primary barrier for accessing health care, including cancer prevention and early detection services, predominately affecting rural Americans. Over 46 million Americans live…
Black History Month: Pioneers in Prevention
This Black History Month, the Prevent Cancer Foundation is honoring four pioneers in prevention—Black oncologists who persevered against racial barriers and revolutionized cancer prevention and…
A Black History Month message from Conan Harris, spouse of U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley
This month, Black History Month, we celebrate the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history. Hello, my name is Conan Harris, spouse…
