Get answers to common questions about inherited cancer risk and hereditary cancer screening to help you decide if genetic counseling and testing may be right for you.
Head and neck cancer is more common among men than women, but rates have been on the rise among women. What can you do to lower your risk? Are there ways to detect it early? The executive director of the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance sheds light on this disease and shares tips for prevention and early detection. Here's what we learned.
In the early 20th century, a cervical cancer diagnosis was essentially a death sentence. Then came Dr. Papanicolaou and his smear test. CSC was invited to an exclusive preview of a new PBS documentary that explores the history of this lifesaving test and the extraordinary people who helped bring it to the masses. Here's our CEO's take on the film.
Why is colorectal cancer becoming more common among young adults? What are the risk factors? Are there any steps people can take to lower their risk? We also remember actor Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2020 after quietly living with colon cancer for several years. His diagnosis has helped bring more awareness to the rising trend of CRC in the YA population.
The announcement that King Charles III has cancer comes as a surprise for many people around the world. Simply learning that a member of the British royal family has cancer is a reminder that cancer does not discriminate. How can the king's diagnosis help benefit the wider cancer community?
It can be overwhelming to receive a cervical cancer diagnosis. It can also be stressful to think about all the next steps to take. First, take a deep breath. Know that there are resources to turn to for information, guidance, and support. We share 5 tips to help you manage stress and take control of your journey after a cervical cancer diagnosis.
Learn about the impact of cancer cachexia, a condition and watch a virtual meeting about the impact of this condition, which causes weakness, muscle loss, and drastic unintentional weight loss.
Many people are behind on at least one routine cancer screening. Cancer screenings can help find cancer early, when it may be more easily treated. Here's a roundup of preventive screenings and self-exams to help you get ahead in the new year.
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer among men. Men may find it a difficult topic to discuss with their healthcare providers and even with family and friends, but it’s an important conversation to have. There’s no better time than now, during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, to share facts about the disease.