NCI News
Family Reunions the Healthy Living Way
7/13/2016
Whether it’s your first family reunion or your 50th, getting the whole family together is likely to involve food, activities, and lots and lots of family stories.
7 Steps for Safe Summer Workouts
6/24/2016
Winter, spring, summer, or fall, regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. But when the temperature rises, so does the risk for heat-related illnesses, including cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke.
Meet Rebecca Wates, Our First Crowdfunded Cancer Scientist
6/22/2016
The American Cancer Society debuted a campaign to crowdfund cancer research, resulting in a grant for ovarian cancer researcher Rebecca Wates, PhD.
Choose the Right Sunscreen
6/20/2016
When choosing sunscreen, be sure to read the label before you buy. Food and Drug Administration regulations require the labels to follow certain guidelines.
World Health Organization Says Very Hot Drinks May Cause Cancer
6/15/2016
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified drinking very hot beverages as a probable carcinogen, something that probably causes cancer.
Cancer Specialists Gather to Discuss Innovations in Research and Treatment
6/10/2016
As many as 30,000 cancer specialists from around the world are gathering in Chicago this week for the 52nd annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
Zebrafish Research Shows Promise for Melanoma, Brain Cancer, and More
6/10/2016
American Cancer Society-funded researcher Rodney Stewart, PhD, uses zebrafish to unlock clues to melanoma and pediatric brain tumors.
Breaking Down Health Care Barriers for LGBT Community
6/06/2016
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month is about more than the colorful parades that take place across the country every June. It’s also about remembering the struggles of people who have fought for the equal rights of all Americans, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Research suggests that barriers to health care are among the challenges faced by the LGBT community.
Inspire the Cancer Survivor in Your Life
6/03/2016
To help share words of encouragement with the people who need them most, the American Cancer Society offers an excerpt from I Can Survive, a book of poetry and illustrations that helps inspire survivors and the “survivor in each of us.”
Keep Foods Safe at Summer Picnics
6/02/2016
Warmer temperatures help bacteria grow, so it’s more important than ever to practice food safety during the hot summer months.