There is Hope – Prevention and Early Detection

Several of the known factors associated with an increased risk of developing cancer can be managed. They include: physical inactivity, tobacco use, alcohol consumption and obesity

• Breast cancer death rates in the U.S. are decreasing in part because of earlier detection and better treatments. More on Breast Cancer*
• At one time, cervical cancer was the number one cause of death due to cancer in women. But today, this disease can be prevented all-together by early detection of abnormal cell changes through regular Pap tests. More on Cervical Cancer*
• In the last few years, researchers have made great strides in identifying the symptoms of ovarian cancer in its earlier stages. This can direct physicians to order tests which are proven more likely to detect this cancer before it has spreads. More on Ovarian Cancer*
• More on Uterine Cancer