The American Cancer Society recently updated its colorectal cancer screening guideline for the first time since 2018 by ...

She didn't realize at first how much of a difference it would make for her. Edi knew how vital reliable transportation is on ...

Itchy skin is very common, usually due to dryness or seasonal allergies. But a long-lasting itch can sometimes be an early ...

What is type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is a condition that causes high blood sugar (glucose) levels. Insulin is a ...

How common is breast cancer? Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the US besides skin cancers. It accounts for about 1 in 3 new cancers in women each year. The American Cancer Society's ...

What is neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)? Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition where tumors (mostly benign) grow on skin, nerves, and bones. It is also known as von Recklinghausen ...

If you’re looking for cancer information and resources in Wisconsin you’ve come to the right place. From our local fundraising events to our cancer support programs, you’ll find everything you need to ...

More than just a walk, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. This ...

Cancer and its treatment can weaken your body’s immune system by affecting the blood cells that protect us against disease and germs. As a result, your body can’t fight infection and disease as well ...

As researchers have learned more about the changes in pancreatic cancer cells that help them grow, they have developed newer drugs to specifically target these changes. These targeted drugs work ...

A neoplasm is an abnormal growth of cells in the body. It happens when the body’s normal process of making and replacing cells doesn’t work as it should. When a neoplasm forms into an abnormal growth, ...

Most people around the world have had the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) at some point in their lives. It usually causes mild or no symptoms, so people might not even know they have it. But it can sometimes ...