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Cancer Facts and Figures: Death Rate Down 25% Since 1991
By Stacy Simon The death rate from cancer in the US has declined steadily over the past 2 decades, according to annual statistics reporting from the American Cancer Society. The cancer death rate for men and women combined fell 25% from its peak in 1991 to 2014, the most recent year for which data are available. This decline translates to more than 2.1 million deaths averted during this time period. “Cancer Statistics, 2017,” published in the American Cancer Society’s journal CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, estimates the numbers of new cancer cases and deaths expected in the US this year. The estimat...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - January 5, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: General Information Source Type: news

Prep Ahead for Healthier Meals
By Stacy SimonEating healthy meals and snacks throughout the week is easier when you plan them out and even prepare them ahead of time. Preparation can include making whole meals on the weekend and freezing in individual or family-size portions. Or it can mean cooking, mixing, or chopping parts of meals so they are easy to grab for recipes as you need them.Colleen Doyle, MS, RD, managing director of nutrition and physical activity for the American Cancer Society, says eating well is one of the most important steps any of us can take to stay healthy and lower cancer risk. To prep ahead for meals, Doyle recommends:Pre-cookin...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - January 4, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

When It’s More Than the Winter Blues
By Stacy Simon The gifts have been opened, the holiday meals eaten, the visitors gone home, and the decorations put away for another year. As the fun and festivities become memories, this is the time of year many people feel a little let down or sad. Treating yourself to a movie, spending time with friends, doing volunteer work, or participating in physical activities you enjoy can help you cheer up and regain your emotional balance. RESOURCES: Depression in cancer patients But for some people, it isn’t that easy. Sadness that doesn’t go away or keeps you from enjoying things you usually like could be a s...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - January 2, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Coping with Cancer Source Type: news

Top 10 Cancer News Stories of 2016
Our team of journalists works hard every day to bring you the latest news and information about cancer topics to keep you informed. We monitor scientific journal articles, government health and cancer reports, and studies from our own American Cancer Society researchers to bring you the news you need about ways to lower your risk from cancer, and ways to cope with the disease.In 2016 we published stories about new findings in cancer risk factors, treatments, and survivorship issues in children and adults. Our writers and editors have chosen the 10 most significant stories of the year.HPV drops since vaccinations began in U...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 29, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: General Information Source Type: news

New Cancer Drug Approvals From 2016
Chemotherapy is one of the most powerful tools we have to treat cancer, and research continues to find new chemotherapy drugs as well as new uses for existing ones. At the same time, newer types of drugs are continually being developed that work in different ways to attack cancer cells.They include targeted therapy, which aims to more precisely identify cancer cells while doing less damage to normal cells, and immunotherapy, which uses the body’s own immune system to help find and destroy cancer.Before any new drug can be sold in the United States, it has to go through an approval process by the Food and Drug Adminis...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 26, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Advanced Cancer Source Type: news

How to Prevent Cervical Cancer or Find It Early
By Stacy Simon RESOURCES: Cervical Health Awareness Month Cervical cancer prevention and early detection HPV and cervical cancer Cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of cancer death for American women. But over the past several decades, screening – testing for cancer before symptoms develop – has reduced cervical cancer deaths, as doctors have been able to find and treat problems before they become cancer – or find cancer early when it’s easier to treat. The Pap test can find abnormal cells early so they can be treated before they become cancer. The Pap test can also fi...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 22, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Cervical Cancer Source Type: news

How to Prevent Cervical Cancer or Find It Early
By Stacy Simon Cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of death for American women. But over the past several decades, screening – testing for cancer before symptoms develop – has reduced cervical cancer deaths, as doctors have been able to find and treat problems before they become cancer – or find cancer early when it's easier to treat. RESOURCES: Cervical cancer resources HPV and cervical cancer Cervical cancer screening guidelines Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccines Signs and symptoms of cervical cancer The Pap test can find abnormal cells early so they can be treated befo...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 22, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Cervical Cancer Prevention/Early Detection Source Type: news

10 Powerful Survivor Stories From 2016
In Stories of Hope, we regularly publish the stories of people who have a positive message to share, whether their cancer diagnosis was just recently, or long ago. Our featured survivors share words of inspiration, wisdom, hope, and support in these stories about how their lives have been changed by cancer. Our editors have chosen 10 of the most inspirational stories of 2016. For many who are facing a cancer diagnosis, or any other illness or hardship, hearing from others who've been through one already can be a great source of comfort and support. We hope you will find inspiration in these stories of cancer survivors. &nb...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 21, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Coping with Cancer Source Type: news

Surgeon General Calls E-Cigarettes Dangerous to Young People
By Stacy Simon RESOURCES: Guide to Quitting SmokingECigarettes.Surgeongeneral.gov A new report from the US Surgeon General says e-cigarette use among youth and young adults has risen to the level of a public health concern. According to the report, electronic cigarette use has grown 900% among high school students from 2011 to 2015. In 2015, about 1 in 6 high school students used e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. The report is the first comprehensive federal review of the public health impact of e-cigarettes on American young people. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said, “Nicotine-containing products in any form, ...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 9, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news

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

Focus on Easy, Healthy Food This Holiday Season
The American Cancer Society New Healthy Eating Cookbook, Fourth EditionWritten by Jeanne BesserMost people want to eat healthier, feel good, and have more energy, but around the hustle and bustle of the holidays, staying on track with healthy eating can be a real challenge. The trick is to find tasty, easy, and good-for-you recipes and to keep up with small changes for the better that can make a big impact. With an abundance of useful tips and healthy dishes, The American Cancer Society New Healthy Eating Cookbook, Fourth Edition, is here to help people do just that, both during the holidays and throughout the year.The boo...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 7, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

US Bans Smoking in Public Housing
By Stacy Simon RESOURCES: How to Quit Smoking The US government is making public housing smoke-free. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julian Castro announced that all public housing developments will be required to implement smoke-free policies within the next 18 months. The ban includes cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and hookahs in all living units, indoor common areas, administrative offices, and within 25 feet of all buildings. More than 2 million people, including 760,000 children, live in more than 3,100 public housing developments in the United States. This new rule is intended to protect people from t...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - December 1, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Smoking/Tobacco Source Type: news

Health-related Gifts for Every Budget
By Becky Slemons This year, consider giving gifts that support healthy fitness and eating goals.Healthy habits lower the risk for cancer and other chronic health conditions.This year, give gifts that show you really care. Ideas for a tight budget: RESOURCES: Sign up for the Healthy Living newsletter and receive lifestyle tips each month to stay well and help lower your cancer risk. Arm band to hold a phone Sweat-resistant ear buds Yoga mat and DVD Gift basket of whole-wheat pasta, olive oil, tuna, and other items from our list of how to stock a healthy kitchen New gym bag Hand weights Water bottles an...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 30, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

Bake Lighter Versions of Your Own Recipes
By Stacy SimonThe holidays can be a tough time to stick to healthy eating goals. But if your traditions involve baking, a few simple ingredient changes can help you cut some of the sugar, fat, and calories – without sacrificing the taste. This year, make some new baking traditions by adapting your family recipes with these tips:Substitute whole-wheat flour for up to half of the white flour called for in the recipe.Make muffins using oatmeal, bran, or whole-wheat flour.Reduce the fat by ¼ (if a recipe calls for 1 cup of oil, use ¾ cup). You can also reduce the sugar by ¼.If making sweet breads, su...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 21, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news

Research Under Way for Lung Cancer Dream Team
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Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - November 19, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news