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Why You Shouldn't Put Off Your Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colon cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related death. And successful treatment can depend on how early the cancer was detected. That’s why it’s so important to have regular screenings —...
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Should You Be Running Every Day?
When you debate running every day, make sure to account for your training and injury history and your goals. Read how to find a balance.
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7 Healthy Choices to Lower Your Cancer Risk
It’s not only the choices we make that make us healthy; it’s our belief that we’re in the driver’s seat that can keep us stronger in body, mind and spirit. Here are seven healthy choices you can make... -
A Clearer View of What Causes Cancer (And What You Should Do)
It's good to remember that a number of poor habits can increase your risk of cancer, and leading a healthier lifestyle can lower your risk of cancer and other diseases. Here are a few things you can... -
Cancer Screening Guidelines for Each Life Stage
While there’s no guaranteed way to prevent cancer, finding early signs can help doctors effectively treat the disease. Cancer screenings play an important role in this early detection, but the type of... -
How Do I Tell My Children and Family I Have Cancer?
The old saying goes, there's no good time for bad news. There are few instances that fit more appropriately than a cancer diagnosis. You're running the gamut of emotions: fear, worry, uncertainty... -
How Women Can Protect Themselves Against Cancer
As a woman, you know how to take charge of a lot of things. And we’re here to help you take charge of your whole health, too. One way is to take note of some important cancer awareness and prevention... -
How Your PCP Can Help You Prevent Cancer
You might be surprised to learn that according to the American Cancer Society, around 42 percent of cancers may be linked to modifiable behaviors. That is, things we have the power to change with the... -
Keys to Early Cancer Detection
Sure, mammograms and colonoscopies aren’t comfortable, but making these high on your priority list can go a long way to protect your whole health. After all, your best odds of beating cancer begin... -
These Health Screenings Could Save Your Life
Preventive care is essential to your long-term health and wellness. When you’re proactive about prevention — by staying on top of your annual exams and doctor-recommended screenings — you’re able to... -
Your Essential Guide to Cancer Screenings
The following screening guidelines are for people who have an average risk for cancer. If you have an increased risk — due to your family history, for instance — you may need to be screened at an... -
Could You Have A Heart Attack and Not Know It?
Arm yourself with the information that can save your life. Understand your risk for heart attack and learn to identify both the obvious and more subtle symptoms to protect your whole health. -
Don’t Ignore Heart Attack or Stroke Symptoms
In a serious medical emergency, act quick. That’s long been the advice of experts who treat heart attacks and strokes, and that remains true. But we want you feel assured that if you or a loved one...