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Miles McKinzie
06.23.2025
2001 - 2024
This is in memory of our son Miles. He is forever 23. He passed unexpectedly on Nov 1, 2024 from UNDIAGNOSED colon cancer. Not a…
LGBTQ+ patients stay up-to-date on preventive care when their doctors are supportive, saving money and lives throughout society
06.12.2025
Nathaniel M. Tran, University of Illinois Chicago
When LGBTQ+ patients are unsure if they can be open about their identity and related health…
Joe Biden’s Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Sheds Light on a Common Men’s Health Issue
05.19.2025
On May 18, 2025, the office of former President Joe Biden announced that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has…
Mountain West Cancer Control Contingent Meets with Congressional Delegation
03.31.2025
Last Thursday, March 27, a contingent of cancer control professionals working in states across the Mountain West traveled together to Washington D.C…
NCC Travels I-80 Educating Nevadans on Cancer
03.24.2025
Every March the team from Nevada Cancer Coalition hits the road, traveling along Interstate 80 to attend the popular Humboldt General Hospital…
Lung Screening Bill Receives Support at Nevada Legislature
03.21.2025
A bill to improve access to lung cancer screening with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) received support on Friday, March 21 from a number of…
Senator Rosen Supports Another Bill to Expand Rural Healthcare
03.18.2025
Rural communities across the country face severe physician shortages, making it harder for residents to access quality health care. To address this…
The Biggest Little Skin Cancer Screening Returns May 7
03.11.2025
Sunshine is a way of life in Nevada, but with more than 300 days of sun each year, skin cancer is a serious concern. That’s why Dr. Whitney Hovenic…
Understanding Lymphedema
03.05.2025
By Alexandra Clark
Lymphedema is a condition that can significantly impact the quality of life for many individuals, especially those who have…
Understanding Health Insurance Costs: Copays, Deductibles, Premiums, and More
03.04.2025
Health insurance can be confusing, especially when it comes to understanding the different costs you might have to pay. Knowing the terms—copay,…