Cancer

The American Cancer Society estimates roughly one in nine men will experience a diagnosis of prostate cancer during his lifetime. Besides skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in American men.

Bladder cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer – approximately 68,000 adults in the United States are diagnosed each year. Though it can affect anyone, it most commonly affects the elderly.  In fact, it’s extremely rare for this medical condition to develop before the age of 40, and Cancer.net indicates that the average age of diagnosis is 73.

Just hearing those two words is more than enough to get any man squirming in his seat. This squirming may not be related so much to the cancer itself, but rather the prostate exam associated. And while I’ll be the first to admit, a prostate exam is by no means the most comfortable experience you will have in your lifetime, it is unquestionably better than the alternative.

After skin cancer, lung cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. Furthermore, it is the leading cause of cancer deaths among both men and women in the United States. It accounts for 25 percent of all deaths from cancer. To put this into perspective, more men and women die each year from lung cancer than prostate, colon, ovarian, and breast cancers combined.

Ovarian cancer can be difficult to notice in its early stages. Many symptoms can be mistaken for other common ailments. Fortunately, you can search online to learn more about this disease and what to expect if you are diagnosed with it. Ovaries are found on each side of a female’s uterus and are part of […]

Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers of women worldwide. This type of cancer affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus. For 2019, the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates there will be approximately 13,170 cases of newly diagnosed invasive cervical cancer in the United States. Of these newly diagnosed cases of cervical cancer, approximately 4,250 women will die from the disease.

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers, affecting millions worldwide. Understanding its symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options is essential for early detection and better outcomes. Learn how awareness and proactive care can make a life-saving difference. Signs and Symptoms If you are in the early stages of breast cancer, you may not […]

We’re fortunate enough to say that since 2000, there have been far fewer cases of breast cancer in the United States. This is partially due to intensive fundraising efforts. These efforts have funneled money into research, which has led to major breakthroughs in treatments for this disease. As well, the advocacy and activism of breast cancer organizations have made more women aware of the disease.

Like any other serious health condition, throat cancer can dramatically change a person’s life. According to the latest statistics, more than 15,000 people are diagnosed with throat cancer every year. While men are roughly five times more likely to suffer from this cancer, women are also at risk.

When menopause arrives, it signals a huge change in a woman’s life. But it also introduces you and your body to a complicated process filled with hormonal, emotional, and physical changes.  And there are plenty of misconceptions about menopause and its symptoms – like whether or not menopause can cause deadly cancers like breast cancer.