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US Senate Commemorates National Cancer Act 40th Anniversary

December 2011 marks a milestone in the Federal commitment to the war on cancer. Forty years ago, the US Congress passed, and President Richard Nixon…

Cancer Survivor Story: Take Screening Seriously

I was familiar with cancer as a survivor, having had a melanoma at age 27. I was familiar with cancer as a caregiver. My husband…

The Power of Charitable Giving to Save Lives

The day after Thanksgiving I saw a friend who had been diagnosed with breast cancer. She’s completed four rounds of chemotherapy, lost her hair, and…

Researcher Q&A with Janne Nappi, PhD

The Foundation is proud to highlight the colon cancer research of Janne Nappi, PhD, an instructor of radiology at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Nappi received…

Lung Cancer: Opportunities to Reduce Mortality Through Policy

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women, accounting for 28 percent of all cancer deaths, more than colon…

Lifetime Television Partnership Educates Millions on Breast Cancer Prevention and Early Detection

This October, the Prevent Cancer Foundation was selected by A&E Networks and Lifetime Television to be a Coalition Partner for FIVE, one of its most…

“My Fair Wedding” Host David Tutera Debuts New Cancer Prevention PSA

I was thrilled to hear that the Foundation was among a group of cancer organizations selected as a Coalition Partner for the upcoming Lifetime Network…

Breast Cancer Survivor Debuts New PSA, Calls for Early Detection

As a breast cancer survivor, contributing to Breast Cancer Awareness month is so important to me. I’m honored and privileged to share my story about…

Know the Facts to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Take some time to learn about how to reduce your risk for breast cancer, the second leading cause…

Lifetime Movie FIVE Explores Breast Cancer’s Impact on People’s Lives

Monday evening I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the screening of FIVE, a Lifetime Network film, in downtown Washington DC. The Prevent Cancer Foundation,…