2013 GLCC lung cancer survey gauges symptom awareness, smoking prevalence
According to a recent survey investigating awareness of lung cancer symptoms and smoking prevalence, over 70% of surveyed Americans could name symptoms of lung cancer,…
What’s new with Dialogue and why should YOU attend?
Dialogue for Action™: Right-Sizing Cancer Screening March 20 – 21, 2014 (Pre-conference Sessions on March 19) Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel It’s time to start thinking…
Researcher Q&A: Exploring a new imaging technique to detect breast cancer early
Ehsan Samei, PhD, is Professor of Radiology, Medical Physics, Physics, Biomedical Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University Medical Center, where he also…
Research opens doors
The application cycle for Prevent Cancer Foundation’s 2013 Research Grant and Fellowship Program just closed, and, while we gear up to review these new applications,…
Cancer prevention at the 2013 Cattlemen’s Ball
Earlier in June I had the distinct privilege of visiting Sutherland, Nebraska to attend the 2013 Cattlemen’s Ball as part of the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s…
Celebrate Cancer Survivors Day with words of inspiration
This Sunday, June 2, 2013 marks the 26th annual National Cancer Survivors Day (NCSD), a time to honor everyone living with a history of cancer….
HPV may trigger lung cancer: New study
Human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus known to cause cervical and head and neck cancers, may also trigger some cases of lung cancer, according to…
Exercise reduces breast cancer: New evidence
New research may give young women another reason to hit the gym, take up a summer fitness activity or sign up for a 5k walk/run….
Americans aren’t getting enough exercise
A recent study by the CDC reveals nearly 80 percent of adults don’t meet the federal physical activity guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise. The…
Be sun safety savvy: Facts vs. fiction
Is your family gearing up for a season of sun, surf and sand? Before hitting the beach this summer it’s important to remember that protecting…
