You can learn more about the truth by clicking on these factsheets and this information from the National Cancer Institute. Below is a video about World Cancer Day:
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Wednesday, February 5, 2014
World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day was February 4th. It was created to promote general knowledge about cancer. This year's theme was "reduce stigma and dispel myths about cancer, with the tagline: Debunk the Myths". Here are the myths that should be dispelled:
You can learn more about the truth by clicking on these factsheets and this information from the National Cancer Institute. Below is a video about World Cancer Day:
You can learn more about the truth by clicking on these factsheets and this information from the National Cancer Institute. Below is a video about World Cancer Day:
Monday, March 8, 2010
New "Life after Cancer" Information
The National Institutes of Health NIH SeniorHealth website has added a new section about "Life after Cancer". According to the National Institutes on Health, approximately 12 million people in the United States have a history of cancer and 60% of these cancer survivors are 65 years of age or older. This website helps older cancer survivors to learn what to expect after cancer treatment, including:
- follow-up care
- physical changes
- relationships with family and friends
- and a very useful "frequently asked questions" (FAQ) page
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