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Brain Cancer Awareness
Brain tumors are abnormal growths of cells in the brain. Although such growths are called brain tumors, not all brain tumors are cancer. Cancer is a term reserved for malignant tumors. Malignant tumors can grow and spread aggressively, overpowering…
Testicular Cancer | Overview
The testicles are made up of many types of cells, each of which can develop into one or more types of cancer. It’s important to know the type of cell the cancer started in and what kind of cancer it is because they differ in how they’re treated and in their prognosis.
Multiple Myeloma // Overview
Multiple myeloma is a relatively uncommon cancer. In the United States, the lifetime risk of getting multiple myeloma is 1 in 132. It is estimated that in 2021, about 34,920 new cases will be diagnosed.
Kidney Cancer // Overview
Kidney cancer is among the 10 most common cancers in both men and women. Overall, the lifetime risk for developing kidney cancer in men is about 1 in 46. The lifetime risk for women is about 1 in 80. A number of factors also affect a person’s risk.
Colorectal Cancer // Signs, Symptoms, and Screenings
Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in the US for men & women. Many colorectal cancers can be prevented or caught early when they are easier to treat. That’s why getting screened is so important.
Gallbladder Cancer // Overview
Finding cancer early, when it’s small and before it has spread, often allows for more treatment options. Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that’s not always the case.
Bile Duct Cancer // The Basics
The bile ducts are a series of thin tubes that go from the liver to the small intestine. Their major job is to move a fluid called bile from the liver and gallbladder into the small intestine, where it helps digest the fats in food.
Boobies Make Me Smile // Feb 2021 Campaign
Our friends & partners at Spencer’s have kicked off their annual Boobies Make Me Smile Foundation February campaign in support of young adult cancer. Drop in to your local Spencer’s Gifts store and contribute to the cause! Click Here to support!…
Cervical Cancer // The Basics
You can lower your risk of Cervical Cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21. Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix… the lower part of the uterus that connects to…