Ovarian cancer encompasses cancers of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the primary peritoneum, which is the tissue that lines the abdominal wall and covers the abdominal organs. Taken together, this group is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women in the United States. These cancers often go undetected until they’ve reached advanced stages. […]
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer diagnosed in men, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men, after lung cancer. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It is about the size of a walnut and surrounds part […]
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the throat. The gland uses iodine, a mineral found in some foods and in iodized salt, to help make several hormones that control heart rate, body temperature, metabolism, and the amount of calcium in the blood. According to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and […]
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in the United States, second only to skin cancer. It’s a disease in which the cells in the breast grow out of control. There are several types of breast cancer, but there are two that are most common. Invasive ductal carcinoma is when the cancer […]
The liver is one of the largest organs in the body. It filters harmful substances from the blood, produces bile that helps in the digestion of fats, and stores sugar that the body uses for energy. There are two types of primary liver cancer in adults – hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma. Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common […]
On World Pancreatic Cancer Day, loved ones, communities and organizations around the world unite to shine a light on pancreatic cancer and share our universal message that it’s about time we all know the symptoms! Raise awareness on this special day as we share the facts about this disease, survivor stories and what you can […]
The American Lung Association's LUNG FORCE initiative is uniting women, men and caregivers across the country to stand together against lung cancer, the leading cancer killer of women and men in the U.S. With your support, we can raise critical awareness about lung cancer and turn the tide against this disease. Did you know that lung […]
November is a month known for the pleasure of eating and is the ideal month to raise awareness about gastric cancer. There is a great deal of focus on food, nourishment, and family during the holidays. It can be challenging for people dealing with stomach cancer, especially for those living without a stomach. In 2010, […]
Carcinoid tumors are rare, slow-growing cancers that usually start in the lining of the digestive tract and lungs, but can also occur in other areas, including the testes and ovaries. These tumors are a type of neuroendocrine tumor – growths that begin in the cells of the nervous and hormonal systems. Carcinoid cancer often does […]
The United States Congress designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. More than 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer each year, but the disease is preventable with vaccination and appropriate screening. During January, NCCC and its many local chapters across the country highlight issues related to cervical cancer, HPV disease […]
National Cancer Prevention Month
Hey friends of CanCare Atlanta- plan NOW to participate! I know this week you have Valentine's covered, but go ahead and plan NEXT WEEK - Regardless of whether you will attend the get-together on Thurs, Feb 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00 OR whether you will use the dine in, drive through, take Out, or Pick […]