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Realm Music Group to "Rock the Fight" Against Cancer

Realm Music Group is heading up an incredible effort to “Rock the Fight” against cancer. In addition to having the 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament…

“Dr. Derm” Explains the Importance of Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection

You might wonder how a dermatologist can save a life. The answer is simple: skin cancers – we find them, we treat them and we…

Cancer Survivor to Young Adults: Cancer Does Not Card You Before Striking!

When I was 17 years old, cancer was the furthest thing from my mind. I was focused on school, sports, and friends. I never really…

Cancer Early Detection A Winning Strategy for Olympic Athlete

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer on June 19, 2008. Due to my very fortunate early detection, I was able to go on two weeks…

Colorectal Cancer Screening Dialogue Leads to Action

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US among men and women combined. Screening can prevent colorectal cancer, or detect…

A Daughter’s Story: Colon Cancer’s Impact on a Family

“Well, it’s the size of a small orange,” my dad said as he pointed at the images taken of a tumor during his colonoscopy. It…

Researcher Q&A with Dr. Raymond Konger

In spring 2007, Dr. Raymond Konger was awarded a grant from the Prevent Cancer Foundation to support his research on skin cancer. Now an Associate…

112th Congress and Health Care Reform

You don’t have to be a political wonk to understand that the actions of Congress will affect your everyday life. One of the most debated topics…

Think You Can Put Off that Routine Annual Checkup? Think Again.

We are all busy – between work, kids, family and friends, schedules book up fast. For me, this year was particularly hectic due to an…

Lung Cancer Survivor’s Story: Don’t Ignore the Symptoms

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Learn how you can reduce your risk of lung cancer.   Editor’s Note: Guest blogger Laura McCracken was a graphic designer…