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5 Small Diet Changes That Can Have a Big Impact
Published on: April 11, 2025
Sticking with small changes to your diet can improve your overall health and help reduce your cancer risk. Get healthy eating tips here.
What to Know If Polyps Were Found During Your Colonoscopy
Published on: March 27, 2025
If polyps were found during your colonoscopy, learn more about your colorectal cancer risk, follow-up care, and reasons to discuss the results with your family.
What Is Epstein-Barr Virus and How Can It Impact Cancer Risk?
Published on: December 20, 2024
Epstein-Barr virus is a common infection that can cause mononucleosis. Learn more about how EBV is linked to an increased risk of nasopharyngeal cancer.
Smoking and Vaping Together Increases Lung Cancer Risk More Than Smoking Alone
Published on: November 7, 2024
Find out how smoking both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes affects lung cancer risk. Get tips to help you quit using all forms of tobacco.
3 Diet Changes That Can Help Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
Published on: October 18, 2024
Discover 3 diet changes that can help lower your breast cancer risk. Learn how simple tweaks in your nutrition can contribute to cancer prevention.