Did you know that the National Cancer Institute predicts that by the end of 2015, there will be over 1.5 million new reported cases of cancer in the United States alone? Unfortunately, half a million of those diagnosed will lose their battle with the disease.

We know by now that living a healthy lifestyle  by eating nutritious food, exercising and kicking destructive habits like smoking can all be factors in preventing cancer. Additionally, there are many things we can be doing to better detect the various forms of this illness sooner, without relying on infrequent doctor’s office visits.

Signs and Symptoms of Cancer 
The signs and symptoms of cancer are dependent upon where the cancer is, how big it is, and how much it affects the organs or tissues. Learn more about what bodily changes shouldn’t be ignored.

Alcohol and Increased Breast Cancer Risk Factors
Learn why even moderate drinking can increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer

Skin Cancer Early Detection
This resource from the Skin Cancer Foundation provides information on how to identify symptoms of trouble, and a printable sheet for recording changes in moles or birthmarks with each self-check.

Oral Cancer Self-Examination
Your dentist or orthodontist should be screening you for abnormal cells at least once a year, but you can help keep an eye on your oral health using this printable guide

5 Ways Service Dogs Help People with Cancer
In hospitals and homes all over the world, therapy and service dogs are called on to provide companionship and assistance to people facing cancer. Learn how dogs can help cancer patients cope through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond.

Foods to Avoid During Cancer Treatment
The results of developing a foodborne illness can be serious. Learn what foods to avoid to steer clear of this danger

Chemotherapy and Swimming
Learn how infections, chemotherapy and swimming relate in this informative guide.

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