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7 Tips for Cancer Prevention This Thanksgiving
11 November, 2013
Enjoying Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings is one of the highlights of the holiday season. It’s also a great time to audition some health-…
Great American Smokeout - Ready to Quit?
11 November, 2013
Some things from the 70’s are still cool. The Eagles, Star Wars, peace signs, and the Great American Smokeout. Yes, you read right. Since the mid-70’…
FIT Testing in Nevada Above National Average
11 November, 2013
"Choice" in colorectal cancer screening encourages more patients to get screened
Despite a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and…
Breast Cancer Project Update
11 November, 2013
Increasing screening and early detection of cancers throughout the state is an NCC goal. When it comes to breast cancer, regular screening can assist…
October News from NCC
10 October, 2013
October has been a busy month for the Nevada Cancer Coalition! We are working on a variety of projects and already planning a host of programs and…
Peggy Pierce – A Passionate and Dedicated Advocate
10 October, 2013
On behalf of Nevada Cancer Coalition we would like to share our sincere and heartfelt condolences for the loss of a dear friend, a passionate and…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Essentials for Screening & Early Detection
10 October, 2013
In case you haven't noticed the influx of pink over the past several days, it's Breast Cancer Awareness month throughout October. While it's a…
September News from NCC
10 October, 2013
As we move toward October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month we have a lot of great stories to share. In this month's e-newsletter read more about:…
Amanda's Message Tour
09 September, 2013
Every hour someone dies from Melanoma in the U.S., including teens and adolescents. Sadly every death could have been prevented by early self-…
Breast Cancer Screening Survey Now Open
09 September, 2013
NCC intern and MPH graduate student Charlotte Andreasen, working with the University of Nevada Center for Program Evaluation, is seeking women over…
Prostate Health Month is September
09 September, 2013
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men (after skin cancer), and the National Cancer Institute…
It's Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
09 September, 2013
Ladies, it’s time to listen up. Pink ribbons and breasts come next month, but September is the time to think about the other cancers that all…