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The weather is warming up and there’s nothing most people look forward to more than enjoying the warm rays of the sun at the beach or pool. However, May is also National Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and because skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, it is
July is National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and is the perfect time for us to discuss causes, symptoms and prevention tactics for this type of cancer. Causes Generally, bladder cancer tends to develop from the cells lining the bladder. These cells can become cancerous and turn into tumors for a number of potential reasons. The
Nearly 22,000 new cases of ovarian cancer are diagnosed every year, and there is no better time than now to discuss the risks and learn more about this type of cancer. Who’s at Risk? Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other type of female reproductive cancer, and is the fifth most common cancer among
Prostate cancer is the most common cause of death from cancer for men over the age of 75, but can be developed in men of any age. Am I At Risk? There are certain factors that can put you at a higher risk of developing prostate cancer. African-American men are typically more likely to develop
Breast cancer awareness has grown tremendously in recent years. From pink ribbons on the labels of popular food items to professional athletes sporting pink athletic gear, awareness about the prevalence and prevention of breast cancer is at an all time high. But that’s no reason to stop learning and sharing knowledge about it! October is
Stress is a part of every day life; there is no escaping it. Stress can affect your mood, weight, appetite, and overall health. Stress can cause abnormally high blood pressure and put your body at a higher risk for heart attack or stroke. Studies that have been done over the past several years have shown
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that develops almost exclusively from exposure to asbestos. It is an aggressive form of cancer that affects cells of the mesotheluim, form the lining to vital organs, such as the lungs, heart, and abdomen. Most individuals who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma worked around asbestos, and inhaled the fibers into
Leukemia is a type of cancer that begins in the bone marrow and affects the way white blood cells are produced. A person with leukemia produces abnormal white blood cells that do not function properly. These abnormal cells do not work correctly, and do not die when they should, making it difficult for healthy blood
In 2013, an estimated 9,000 Americans will be diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Of these, 4,000 will be under the age of thirty-five. Hodgkin’s Lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to aid the body in fighting diseases and infections. This system is