Tag: Cancer

Advice for Women Who Are at a High Risk for Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is very common among women. How do you know if you’re at a high risk for developing it? Learn more about how risk is determined and recommended next steps.

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What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer in Younger Women

While rare, breast cancer in people under 40 does occur. Learn if you’re at risk and what symptoms to watch out for.

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Pancreatic Cancer and New-Onset Diabetes

An important link between pancreatic cancer and new-onset diabetes can help health care providers detect cancer early when it’s easiest to treat.

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Men: Take Your Health Back!

It’s no secret over the last year or so, some of our healthy habits have been on the decline. As the weather warms up, it’s a perfect time to recommit to your wellness goals. UMMS can help you get back on track.

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What You Should Know About Genetic Testing for Cancer

Your DNA makes you unique – different from even your parents and siblings. It can also raise your risk of developing cancer and other diseases. If you have a family history of cancer, it might be wise to see a genetic counselor.

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Caring for Your Mental Health when You Have Cancer

Let’s explore the toll cancer can take on a person’s mental health along with helpful strategies patients and their loved ones can use to improve their emotional symptoms.

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Newly Diagnosed With Cancer? You Have Options to Preserve Your Fertility

A cancer diagnosis at a young age is scary enough, but for many people, the fact that you could lose your fertility makes it even more distressing. Learn about your options for a future family.

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7 Dietary Recommendations That Will Reduce Your Risk of Cancer

We all know that quitting smoking can reduce your risk of cancer, but did you know that diet is also been proven to help? Find out how healthy eating could help you decrease your risk from our experts at the UM Cancer Network.