#CheckYourM8 to make Valentine’s great ❤
With Valentine’s Day smack dab in the middle of the month, a lot of people think that February is just about chocolate and greeting cards….
The chance encounter that saved my life
Mary Campbell is pursuing a master’s degree in public health at the University of Florida and is a former collegiate water polo player. As a…
Invest in Your Health – WTOP interviews Carolyn Aldige and Dr. Jim Mulshine of the Prevent Cancer Foundation
You can save money to better your future financial health, but did you know you can also invest in your physical health? Everyday choices you…
My summer project
Hi! My name is Molly and I am excited to write about a summer project I did for school. Writing is my favorite subject in…
Department of Defense to fund $10 million for melanoma research
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Hayley Cooke 703-837-3692 Hayley.Cooke@preventcancer.org Alexandra, Va. — President Trump recently signed an appropriations bill, HR 6157, greenlighting funding for the Departments…
The best life hack? Wear sunscreen.
If you’ve ever had a sunburn, you know it can cause anything from mild discomfort to extreme pain. Recently, a quick sunburn remedy went viral…
Keep your kids safe in the sun
A sunburn at any age can increase your risk for skin cancer, the most common cancer across the United States. That’s why it’s so important…
No, ‘sunscreen pills’ cannot protect you from skin cancer
A new trend that falsely claims to provide sun protecting benefits may be putting your health at risk. “Sunscreen pills” claim to protect you from…
Protect your skin all summer long
Growing up in North Carolina, my family went to the beach often. I can still hear my mom yelling as I ran toward the ocean,…
“Check Your Mate” seminar
Given that Valentine’s Day and National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month both fall in February, it’s the perfect time to talk about the important role loved…
