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Study Confirms There Is No Safe Level of Smoking
By Stacy SimonPeople who smoke as little as 1 cigarette a day over their lifetime still have a greater risk of early death than people who have never smoked, according to a study by researchers from the National Cancer Institute. The researchers say this shows that no level of cigarette smoking is safe.The study included 290,215 adults ages 59 to 82 who answered questions about how many cigarettes they smoked during different periods throughout their lives. Researchers then followed the participants for an average 6.6 years. Results showed that people who consistently smoked an average of less than 1 cigarette per day had ...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 8, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news
How to Quit Smoking
By Stacy Simon Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the United States. Since the release of the Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking and Health 50 years ago, there have been 20 million deaths due to tobacco. Almost half the deaths from 12 different types of cancer combined – including lung, voice box, throat, esophagus, and bladder cancers – are attributable to cigarette smoking alone. In addition to cancer, smoking greatly increases the risk of debilitating long-term lung diseases like emphysema and chronic bronchitis. It also raises the risk for heart...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 16, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news
How Your Diet May Affect Your Risk of Breast Cancer
By Stacy SimonHave you ever said “no thanks” to a tempting dessert or eaten only salad for lunch because you were trying to cut back? If so, you’re among many women who try every day to protect their health by eating right. The American Cancer Society recommends eating mostly vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, and less red meat (beef, pork, and lamb), less processed meat (bacon, sausage, luncheon meats, and hot dogs), and fewer sweets. A healthy diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and certain cancer types.A healthy diet can also help you get to and stay at a healthy weight...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - September 30, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Breast Cancer Diet/Exercise/Weight Prevention/Early Detection Source Type: news
CDC: Adults Aged 50 and Older Need More Physical Activity
By Stacy SimonMore than 1 in 4 Americans ages 50 and older get no physical activity beyond their normal daily routine, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). That’s about 31 million people.According to the CDC, regular physical activity is vital for healthy aging. It can reduce the risk of early death and help prevent, delay, or manage many chronic diseases faced by adults ages 50 and older. These include stroke, heart disease, arthritis, some types of cancer, diabetes, lung disease (COPD), and depression. In 2014, the CDC says 2 in 3 adults ages 50 and older had at le...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - September 16, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news
Say Yes to Yoga
By Stacy SimonThe ancient Indian practice of yoga combines meditation, breathing, and precise postures and poses to make a connection with thoughts, body, and spirit. People who practice yoga claim it leads to a state of physical health, relaxation, happiness, peace, and tranquility.Some evidence shows that yoga can lower stress, increase strength, and lessen lower back pain, while providing exercise. And according to a report from the National Institutes of Health, there is also some evidence to suggest yoga may be helpful when used alongside conventional medical treatment to help relieve some of the symptoms linked to ca...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - September 1, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Complementary and Alternative Methods Source Type: news
World No Tobacco Day
By Stacy Simon May 31 is World No Tobacco Day, an annual awareness day sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) since 1987 to highlight the health risks associated with tobacco use and encourage governments to adopt effective policies to reduce smoking and other tobacco use. According to WHO, tobacco use kills nearly 6 million people around the world each year. In the United States, tobacco use is the largest preventable cause of death and disease. It causes many types of cancer, as well as heart disease, stroke, lung disease, and other health problems. This year's World No Tobacco Day theme calls on countries worl...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - May 29, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Advocacy Source Type: news
Task Force Releases Recommendations on Aspirin to Prevent Colon Cancer, Heart Disease
By Stacy SimonRESOURCES: Aspirin and Cancer Prevention: What the Research Really Shows The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has published new recommendations about aspirin to help prevent cardiovascular disease (heart attacks and strokes) and colorectal cancer (commonly called colon cancer).The USPSTF says people who are ages 50-59 years, who have at least a 10% risk of developing cardiovascular disease within the next 10 years, and who have no increased risk for bleeding should take low-dose aspirin regularly to help prevent heart attack, stroke, and colon cancer. Candidates should also have a l...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - April 11, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Colon/Rectum Cancer Source Type: news
Study: Nicotine Patch Works as Well as Chantix to Help Quit Smoking
This study confirms that FDA-approved medications are effective in helping smokers quit,” said Lee Westmaas, PhD, American Cancer Society director of tobacco control research. “Smokers should seriously consider using medications if they are finding it difficult to quit without any help. The most effective approach to quitting is using medications in combination with counseling such as from a quit-line.”RESOURCES: How to Quit Smoking Quit-smoking medicationsResearch shows that using a medication to help you quit smoking can double your chances of being successful.The US Food and Drug Administration (...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - February 2, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news
New Year, New Exercise
It’s a new year, and maybe you’ve resolved to start an exercise program.If so, good for you! Getting regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do to help reduce your cancer risk. And it's one of the most common New Year's resolutions among Americans each year.Just make sure you start off on the right foot with these helpful tips:Take it slow. Set small goals – after all, you're in this for a lifetime.Talk to your doctor before getting started. Consult a doctor before you start, especially if it’s been 8-12 months or longer since you’ve last exercised, you’ve h...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - January 4, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news
It’s Never Too Late to Quit Smoking
By Stacy SimonAbout half of all Americans who smoke and don’t quit will die because of smoking. That’s one of the reasons it’s so important to quit, and the sooner the better. But quitting is rewarding no matter how old you are or whether you have health problems. Studies show that even after age 80, people can live healthier if they give up cigarettes.And the benefits are almost immediate. Ex-smokers have fewer illnesses such as colds and the flu, lower rates of bronchitis and pneumonia, and feel healthier than people who still smoke. Just 20 minutes after quitting, your heart and blood pressure drop. In...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 16, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news
Want to quit smoking? There’s an app for that.
By Stacy Simon If you smoke, quitting is the most important action you can take to reduce your cancer risk. Half of all smokers who keep smoking will end up eventually dying from a smoking-related illness. Research shows that getting help increases your chances of success. And some of the most effective support comes from messages delivered over cell phones. It’s important to choose a program that’s based on quit-smoking recommendations proven through research to be effective. The Quit For Life® Program, provided by the American Cancer Society and Alere Health, offers a free smartphone app for iPhone and ...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 5, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news
