#DYK: People who are overweight or have obesity have a higher risk of developing 13 types of #cancer than people of healthy weight. These cancers make up 40% of all cancers diagnosed in the United States each year.? Learn more: https://go.nih.gov/gkTAX0l
NCI Division of Cancer Prevention
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Rockville，Maryland 7,871 位关注者
Conducting and supporting research to prevent cancer and its consequences.
关于我们
The Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP) is the division of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) devoted to cancer prevention research. DCP supports research on cancer prevention, interception, screening and early detection, and symptom science. To accomplish this, DCP provides funding and administrative support to clinical, population science, and laboratory researchers, community and multidisciplinary teams, and collaborative scientific networks. NCI is part of the National Institutes of Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NCI Privacy Policy: https://www.cancer.gov/policies/privacy-security
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https://prevention.cancer.gov/
NCI Division of Cancer Prevention的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 研究服务
- 规模
- 51-200 人
- 总部
- Rockville，Maryland
- 领域
- cancer prevention、population science、cancer research 、cancer screening、grants、funding和cancer interception
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Your family health history is a record of diseases and conditions that run in your family. Your family members may share genes, habits, and environments that can affect your risk of getting cancer.? ?? Find tips on collecting your family’s health history: https://go.nih.gov/7iKkp5G
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As the holidays approach, it’s a great time to focus on cancer prevention. Simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference:? 1. Eat Healthy: More fruits, veggies, and whole grains.? 2. Stay Active: Regular exercise helps maintain a healthy weight.? 3. Avoid Tobacco: Smoking is a major cancer risk.? 4. Limit Alcohol: Drink in moderation.? 5. Get Screened: Early detection can save lives.? Learn more about how you can reduce your cancer risk:?https://go.nih.gov/oyOOjdB
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Just published! A new “Expert Recommendation” piece in Nature Reviews Cancer, written by DCP staff and others, provides a starting point for a conceptual framework for defining precancer with the goal of advancing understanding of the initial biologic changes that occur and opportunities to intervene at the earliest possible time point.?? Read Defining Precancer: A Grand Challenge for the Cancer Community?https://go.nih.gov/08SohTM
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#PublicHealthThankYouDay is recognized on the Monday before #Thanksgiving as a day of celebration for public health professionals. Take some time today to show your appreciation for those who make our country safer & healthier.
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Are you struggling with quitting smoking? Let the #GreatAmericanSmokeout event inspire you to start your journey toward a smoke-free life. No matter how old you are or how long you’ve been smoking, we are here to help you get the benefits of quitting.?https://smokefree.gov/
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James Van Der Beek’s recent diagnosis of colorectal cancer at 47 highlights a growing concern: the increasing incidence of this disease among younger adults. His story emphasizes the critical need for early detection and awareness. At the National Cancer Institute (NCI)'s Division of Cancer Prevention, we support research on cancer prevention, interception, and early detection. Key strategies in preventing colorectal cancer include regular screenings, a healthy diet, physical activity, and understanding family medical history.? To learn more about colorectal cancer risk factors, prevention, and early detection, visit:?https://go.nih.gov/JnQKMfp #CancerResearch
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?? Just published: Long-Term Adverse Effects and Complications After Prostate Cancer Treatment?in JAMA Oncology ? Researchers found high rates of long-term complications in patients treated for prostate cancer (PCA), based on an analysis linking Medicare claims data to two large National Cancer Institute (NCI)-funded PCA prevention clinical trials.? Read the article: https://go.nih.gov/9YVsNl2 #CancerResearch SWOG Cancer Research Network Columbia University Irving Medical Center CHRISTUS Santa Rosa UT Health San Antonio
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?? Announcing new funding opportunities! Mechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk after Bariatric Surgery Through these Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) invites applications to support investigator-initiated studies that address the mechanisms by which bariatric surgery impacts cancer risk? PAR-25-043 (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) https://go.nih.gov/eCKRIeZ? PAR-25-044 (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)?https://go.nih.gov/IjaSRnu Expires: January 8, 2028 #NOFO #CancerResearch
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Penguins need support too! Mauri, a 30-year-old African penguin at the Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, TX, has melanoma and is receiving treatment at the VETERINARY SPECIALISTS OF NORTH TEXAS, LLC. Rita, Mauri’s mate, travels with him to his appointments to reduce his stress and provide emotional support. We admire Mauri’s care team in recognizing the power of caregiver support and wish Mauri and Rita a full and speedy recovery.?https://lnkd.in/gDdr4rhk #NFCMonth #FamilyCaregivers #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth
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