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.
7 Things to Know About Getting a Mammogram
Women between 40 and 44 should have the option to start screening with a mammogram every year. Women 45 to 54 should get mammograms every year. Women 55 and older can switch to a mammogram every other year, or they can choose to continue yearly mammograms
Jamil’s Story
Jamil’s metastatic breast cancer diagnosis in 2018 was the beginning of many things. Her education about treatments and side effects. Worries about how her cancer would impact her family, especially since her husband had recently gone through cancer treatment himself. And, most importantly, it was the beginning of her role…
American Cancer Society Recommendations for Prostate Cancer Early Detection
The American Cancer Society recommends that men have a chance to make an informed decision with their healthcare provider about whether to be screened for prostate cancer. The decision should be made after getting information about the possible benefits, risks, and uncertainties of prostate cancer screening. The discussion about screening should take place at:
If You Have Ovarian Cancer
Cancer can start any place in the body. Cancer that starts in the ovary is called ovarian cancer. It starts when cells in the ovary grow out of control. Some ovarian cancers can also start in the fallopian tubes – tubes that connect the ovary to the uterus.
Cancer prevention: 7 tips to reduce your risk
Cancer prevention information continues to develop. However, it’s well accepted that lifestyle choices affect the chances of getting cancer.
Consider these lifestyle tips to help prevent cancer.
Talkin’ Tushes
This Colorectal Cancer prevention and screening workshop is focused on the historically Black churches of Atlantic and Cape May Counties. Colon Cancer is the ONLY cancer that is 90% preventable when it is caught early. Only 40% of cases are being diagnosed during this window.
How to Do Self-Skin Checks
Learn more about the link between the sun’s rays and skin cancer, what you can do to help protect yourself and your loved ones, and how to spot skin changes that may require a doctor’s attention.
How Do I Protect Myself from Ultraviolet (UV) Rays?
Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Most of this exposure comes from the sun, but some can come from man-made sources, such as indoor tanning beds and sun lamps.