Prevention
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Self-collection Broadens Access to HPV Screening
FDA approval allows patients to collect samples for HPV test, lowering a barrier to an important cancer prevention tool.
by Taneia Surles
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Weight-loss Drugs and CancerObesity and increased cancer risk have been linked. Could new drugs promising to reduce weight also lower the risk of cancer?
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Regular Aspirin Use May Help Fight Colorectal Cancer
Aspirin appears to activate an immune response against colorectal cancer in the early stages of the disease.
by Sandra Gordon
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Lifestyle Choices and Cancer
What people eat and drink and their level of physical activity can affect their risk of having cancer. New interventions aim to reduce risk factors.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
Preventing Blood ClotsMedical oncologist Michael B. Streiff discusses new guidelines to reduce the risk of life-threatening blood clots.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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The More You Know About Cancer Prevention
Studies found awareness gaps about cancer prevention strategies such as screening and vaccination may reduce benefits from these tactics.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
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Sunscreen Is Just the Start
Experts say protection against UV rays and watching for changes in your skin are important tools in skin cancer risk prevention.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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Healthy Habits
Not So SweetDrinking sugar-sweetened beverages contributes to excess body fat and increased risk for certain cancers.
by Anne Danahy
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The HPV Vaccine Prevents Cancer. Why Do Many Cancer Survivors Not Get It?
A recent study investigated why some young cancer survivors did not want the HPV vaccine and how they can be better served.
by Pamela Rafalow Grossman
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Facts and Stats
Counting the CostCancer deaths linked to cigarette smoking account for millions of years in lost lives and billions of dollars in economic burden.
by Thomas Celona