U.S. adults are still behind on routine cancer screenings—but reasons why vary by race
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kyra Meister 703-836-1746 kyra.meister@preventcancer.org Alexandria, Va. – Are you up to date on your routine cancer screenings? According to the Prevent Cancer…
Catalysts for change: Honoring Black icons and their impact on cancer prevention
As we recognize Black History Month, it’s important to reflect upon and highlight some of the Black leaders who have impacted cancer prevention and advocacy…
Rep. Debbie Dingell: Give friends Galentine’s Day gift of routine cancer screenings
Galentine’s Day is finally here, and if you’re considering a way to show your gal pals how much you care, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell of Michigan…
Cervical cancer: Causes, symptoms, and screening recommendations
This article was originally published in partnership with the National Council on Aging. Key Takeaways Cervical cancer is highly preventable with routine screening through Pap…
HPV and cervical cancer: What the connection means for your child
Cervical cancer is a highly preventable cancer. Maybe, when you think of protecting yourself against cervical cancer, you think about getting regular Pap tests beginning…
From awareness to action: Cancer prevention at the YMCA
For many people, getting screened for cancer can be so fear-inducing that they simply don’t do it. We confronted the tendency toward avoidance at our…
Meet Scout, Executive Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network
While November was Transgender Awareness Month, at the National LGBT Cancer Network, “it’s a 12 month push on this point.” That’s according to Scout (they/he),…
I never knew my mom had cancer: Caitlin’s story
I’ve always been searching for knowledge. From a young age, I was curious about space, animals, art, science—and especially the medical field. But I did…
I didn’t have COVID – I had lung cancer: Kim’s story
My cough began in the spring of 2020, shortly after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. I was healthy and active, didn’t smoke, and worked…
Four community programs making a difference when it comes to breast cancer
Every day, the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s partners in prevention are hard at work to help carry out our mission of empowering people to stay ahead…
