It’s possible to catch a cold or get the flu at any time of year. But the chances of becoming sick increase during cold and ...

People who both smoke cigarettes and use electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes, e-cigs, or vapes) are 4 times more likely to develop lung cancer than people who only smoke cigarettes, new research finds ...

Exercise can improve quality of life and reduce fatigue for those with metastatic breast cancer. Learn more about how physical activity can help. Discover 3 diet changes that can help lower your ...

Estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2023 by cancer site and US state Current cancer incidence, mortality, and survival statistics Information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early ...

People who have cancer or who are getting cancer treatment often have a higher risk of getting an infection, and infections can be more serious than in people who don't have cancer. It's important for ...

The American Cancer Society couldn't do what we do without the support of our partners. Learn more about how these partnerships support our efforts to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Each ...

The American Cancer Society (ACS) projects the numbers of new cancer cases and deaths expected each year to estimate the contemporary cancer burden because cancer incidence and mortality data lag 2 to ...

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) cells contain an abnormal gene, BCR-ABL, that isn't found in normal cells. This gene makes a protein, BCR-ABL, which causes CML cells to grow and reproduce out of ...

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that ...

A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that looks for changes that may be signs of breast cancer. Getting regular screening with a mammogram is the most reliable way to find breast cancer early. Breast ...

We’re here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to help guide you through your cancer experience. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, are currently going through treatment, or are caring for a loved one ...