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Maximizing Your Health Insurance for Primary Care and Cancer Screening
03.04.2025
Health insurance isn’t just for emergencies—it’s a tool that can help you stay healthy through preventive care, early detection, and chronic disease…
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Report: Evidence Shows HPV Vaccine is Reducing Cervical Cancer in U.S. Women
02.28.2025
A recent CDC report provides compelling evidence that the HPV vaccine is effectively reducing cervical cancer rates among young U.S. women. The…
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Yogurt May Help Prevent Colon Cancer
02.18.2025
A new study suggests that long-term yogurt consumption may help protect against aggressive colon cancer by promoting a healthy gut microbiome.…
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Shaping Nevada’s Future: Key Cancer and Healthcare Bills to Watch in the 2025 Legislative Session
02.18.2025
The 85th Nevada Legislative Session has begun and will run for 120 days through June 2, 2025. Led by the work of our coalition members and…
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Addressing Nevada’s Nursing Shortage with Federal Legislation
02.12.2025
Nevada is facing a critical nursing shortage, making it increasingly difficult for patients to receive timely and high-quality care. Recognizing…
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February is Cancer Prevention Month: Take Action for a Healthier Future
02.04.2025
Every February, Cancer Prevention Month serves as a powerful reminder that many cancers are preventable through lifestyle choices, early detection,…
Federal Funding Supports Cancer Control in Nevada
Federal Funding Supports Cancer Control in Nevada
02.04.2025
The change of presidential administrations in January 2025 brought with it increased scrutiny of federal program funding. In late January, the…
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NCC Commits to 5-2-1-0 for Prevention
02.03.2025
The team at NCC is “walking the walk” with a commitment to practice prevention with the 5210 Healthy Washoe program. The program is an evidence-…
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ACS Releases 2025 Facts & Figures
02.03.2025
The American Cancer Society recently released its annual Cancer Facts and Figures report with data and analysis on cancer incidence and mortality…
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Celebrating Partnership & Progress in Radon Awareness
01.31.2025
The Nevada Radon Education Program (NREP) has been working with the Nevada Cancer Coalition and many other partners in spreading awareness about the…