Screening and Risk Reduction

How to Reduce the Risk of Cancer

You cannot change your genes, but you can change some things in your life to lower your chances of getting certain cancers.
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Reducing Second Cancer Risk

Secondary cancers are new cancers that are unrelated to a cancer you have previously had. Cancer survivors are at increased risk for a second cancer. 
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Screening for Cancer

Cancer screening is looking for cancer before a person has any symptoms. Some cancers can be found early before they have a chance to grow and spread.
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Genetic Testing and Cancer

Genetic testing is often based on personal or family history of disease.
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Educational Resources

Explore our resources for a wide range of cancer prevention topics, including cancer screening, risk factors, and what you need to know about specific cancers.
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