American Cancer Society
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All About Cancer | American Cancer Society
All About Cancer. In the United States, 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. If you’ve been recently diagnosed, or know someone who has, we’re here with answers, guidance, and support. You’ll also learn about the causes of cancer and what you can do to lower your risk of getting cancer or find it ...
Find Support Programs and Services in Your Area
24/7 Cancer Helpline. Our 24/7 cancer helpline provides support for people dealing with cancer. We can connect you with trained cancer information specialists who will answer questions about a cancer diagnosis and provide guidance and a compassionate ear. Call us at 1-800-227-2345.
What Is Cancer? | Cancer Basics | American Cancer Society
There are two main categories of cancer: Hematologic (blood) cancers are cancers of the blood cells, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. Solid tumor cancers are cancers of any of the other body organs or tissues. The most common solid tumors are breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancers.
Signs and Symptoms of Cancer | Do I Have Cancer?
Fatigue or extreme tiredness that doesn’t get better with rest. Weight loss or gain of 10 pounds or more for no known reason. Eating problems such as not feeling hungry, trouble swallowing, belly pain, or nausea and vomiting. Swelling or lumps anywhere in the body.
Cancer Types | Find Your Cancer Type - American Cancer Society
Bile Duct Cancer. Colorectal Cancer. Esophagus Cancer. Gallbladder Cancer. Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine (Carcinoid) Tumors. Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Liver Cancer. Pancreatic Cancer. Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (NET)
Find Cancer Early - American Cancer Society
Check out The Defender, presented by Sleep Number, to assess your cancer risk, get your prevention tips, and find your local screening resources. Help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Screening increases the chances of finding certain cancers early, when they might be easier to treat. Learn more about early detection here.
Managing Cancer | Cancer Treatment & Side Effects - American Cancer Society
Managing Cancer Care. In this section you'll find general information about the types of treatments used against cancer. This includes both traditional therapies (such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy), newer forms of treatment (including information on clinical trials), and complementary and alternative therapies.
Breast Cancer Information & Overview - American Cancer Society
Breast Cancer | Breast Cancer Information & Overview | American Cancer Society. New artificial intelligence (AI) tool improves the accuracy of a breast cancer diagnosis. Our 24/7 cancer helpline provides information and answers for people dealing with cancer. We can connect you with trained cancer information specialists who will answer ...
American Cancer Society Fact Sheet
The American Cancer Society is the largest funder of cancer research grants in the United States outside of the federal government, investing more than $5B over 75 years. We launch innovative, high-impact research to find more – and better – treatments, uncover factors that may cause cancer, and improve the quality of life for people facing ...