Wednesday, February 22, 2012

 

Since the early 1990s, cancer rates for African Americans have fallen for men and stayed about the same for women. That’s good news, but cancer’s bad news can come to anyone, at any time. The information here is designed to help you understand cancer in African Americans and, if needed, get the care and treatment you need.

 

Cancer 101



Cancer is a group of many related diseases in which abnormal cells develop, divide uncontrollably and have the ability to infiltrate and destroy normal body tissue. Normally, cells grow and divide to produce more cells as they are needed to keep the body healthy. Sometimes, this orderly process goes wrong. New cells form when the body does not need them, and old cells do not die when they should. 
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What Are Cancer Health Disparities


The NCI defines "cancer health disparities" as "differences in the incidence, prevalence, mortality, and burden of cancer and related adverse health conditions that exist among specific population groups in the United States."
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Advance Directives


More than ever before, people with cancer and their families are being asked to take part in decisions about end-of-life care. Yet, most people still do not discuss end-of-life care at all, even if they are seriously ill. This fact sheet provides patients with an outline for thinking about these issues and some guidelines for discussion with their doctors, families, and loved ones. This fact sheet is also designed to help patients understand the medical, legal, and personal choices they may face in the future.
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What is Acupuncture


Acupuncture applies needles, heat, pressure, and other treatments to one or more places on the skin known as acupuncture points.
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Many Women Can Have Cervical Cancer Test Every 3 Years: Study


Women 30 and older who have good results from each of the two cervical cancer tests available today can safely wait three years for their next screening instead of just one year, according to new research.
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Financial Assistance fact Sheet


Resources for Financial Assistance and their families.
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Could Coffee Lower Men's Risk for Prostate Cancer?


In study, drinking 6 or more cups per day was linked to reduced odds for aggressive disease, but more research needed.
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Cancer Risk: understanding the Puzzle


This interactive site is about cancer risk. It will help you make informed decisions about how you can lower your risk.
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Finding Healthcare when You Have Cancer


Tips for choosing a doctor or a treatment facility, healthcare options, assistance at home, and hospice care.
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Cigarette Packaging Still Too Alluring, Studies Find


Cigarette Packaging Still Too Alluring, Studies Find
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Chemotherapy and Hair Loss


Chemotherapy and Hair Loss
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