November – Stomach Cancer Awareness
Stomach cancer, which is also called gastric cancer, is a growth of cells that starts in the stomach. The stomach is in the upper middle part of the belly, just below the ribs. The
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November – Lung Cancer Awareness
Lung cancer is a kind of cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the lungs. The lungs are two spongy organs in the chest that control breathing. Lung cancer is the leading cause
November – Pancreatic Cancer Awareness
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the pancreas. The pancreas lies behind the lower part of the stomach. It makes enzymes that help digest fo
November – Mouth Cancer Awareness
Mouth cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the mouth. Mouth cancer can happen in any of the parts that make up the mouth. Mouth cancer can occur on the: Lips. Gums. Tongue. I
October – Liver Cancer Awareness
Overview What is liver cancer? An expert explains Learn more from liver surgeon Sean Cleary, M.D. Liver cancer is cancer that begins in the cells of your liver. Your liver is a foo
October – Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Today Breast Cancer isn’t what it was 20 years ago. Survival rates are climbing, thanks to greater awareness, more early detection, and advances in treatment. For r
September – Childhood Cancer Awareness
What Are Childhood Cancers? Cancers that affect children from birth through age 14 are known as childhood cancers or pediatric cancers. Cancers that affect children ages 15 to 1
September – Thyroid Cancer Awareness
Overview What is thyroid cancer? A Mayo Clinic expert explains Thyroid cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the thyroid. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at th
September – Gynecologic Cancer Awareness
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the five types of gynecologic cancer. Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in