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Inspired by Loss, Elko P.E. Teacher Models the Importance of Sun Safety
04 April, 2022
When you’re a 13-year-old boy, and the father you idolize – a man who’d been a lifelong athlete and All-American high school football and basketball…
Becoming a 'Warrior': Part 1
04 April, 2022
By Darcy Phillips
“I would not take back what I suffered to gain this.”~ Suleika Jaouad, Between Two Kingdoms
As difficult as breast cancer…
ACS Updates Guidelines for Cancer Survivors
04 April, 2022
A cancer diagnosis can make a person feel like they've lost some control over their own body -- a scary experience to be sure. It may also stir up a…
Nutrition, Physical Activity, Body Weight and Cancer Survivorship
04 April, 2022
In this six-part informational series for healthcare teams American Cancer Society provides information appropriate for those working with cancer…
National Cancer Registrars Week Recognized April 4-8
04 April, 2022
If there’s anyone that seems to fly under the radar in cancer control, it’s probably the cancer registrar. Their efforts are so important to cancer…
Thrive Book Club: These Precious Days
04 April, 2022
This month’s Thrive Book Club pick is “These Precious Days,” a collection of essays by Ann Patchett released Nov. 23, 2021. The book is a reflection…
USPSTF Releases Final Research Plan for Cervical Cancer Screening
03 March, 2022
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force in mid-March provided an update on its progress in reviewing and potentially updating its ratings for…
Sun Protection and Skin Cancer Prevention in Melanin-Rich Skin
03 March, 2022
The Skin of Color Society produced this educational interview featuring dermatologists of color discussing sun protection and skin cancer prevention…
Inspiring Health with a Giant Inflatable Colon
03 March, 2022
Studies have shown the use of inflatable colons in community outreach settings, both urban and rural, can improve knowledge of and interest in…
Four new members join team NCC
03 March, 2022
In case you missed it, NCC is growing. From just four years ago when NCC was a team of three, we’re now a team of eight! Late last year we added…
Sunscreen: Is it safe?
03 March, 2022
We’ve heard the reasoning, and you may have as well. Some people say they choose not to use sunscreen because of the chemicals on the ingredient…
World Lymphedema Day brings awareness to cancer treatment side effect
03 March, 2022
Many people don’t know what lymphedema is until it affects them or someone they know. However, it’s not an uncommon side effect from cancer…