“Appointments can change your life. If you have questions, it’s very important to ask them so you can take control of your health.”
Cervical Health and Cancer Prevention
National Cervical Cancer Coalitions speaks with Award-winning actress Alysia Reiner &gynecological surgeon Karen Tang, MD, talked about preventing cervical cancer through education and activism.
Tests for Cervical Cancer
Finding cervical cancer often starts with an abnormal HPV (human papillomavirus) or Pap test result. This will lead to further tests which can diagnose cervical cancer or pre-cancer.
The Flu Vaccine for People 65 Years & Older
Flu vaccination is especially important for people 65 years and older because they are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications.
12 Tips for Holiday Eating
Holiday feasts and parties can tax the arteries and strain the waistline. By eating just 200 extra calories a day — a piece of pecan pie and a tumbler of eggnog here, a couple latkes and some butter cookies there — you could pack on two to three pounds over this five- to six-week period.
Protecting Yourself This Respiratory Virus Season
Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States. Three common viruses include flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19.
This Blog May Inspire You but Motivation Is Another Story
When I was a teenager, about 2 out of 3 kids my age had tried smoking cigarettes and about 1 of 5 kids smoked cigarettes every day. Many of my family members smoked. Most of my friends smoked. I tried smoking.
Denise’s Story
Denise credits the American Lung Association’s Saved By The Scan billboard for saving her life. She is now a LUNG FORCE Hero and lung cancer survivor. Read her story:
What are lung nodules?
What are lung nodules?
A lung nodule is a small mass of dense tissue on the lung. On a chest X-ray or CT scan, it looks like a white spot. Read on to find out more.
What Is Breast Cancer in Men?
Breast cancer occurs mainly in women, but men can get it, too. Many people do not realize that men have breast tissue and that they can develop breast cancer. Cells in nearly any part of the body can become cancer and can spread to other areas.