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January 18, 2019

ACS Cancer Prevention Blueprint Targets Controllable Risk Factors

This second chapter in the American Cancer Society Cancer Control Blueprint describes what we know about risk factors for cancer. It provides strategies people can use to help avoid those risk factors. It also offers strategies that cities, states, and communities can use to help people avoid them. It's co-authored by staff researcher Susan Gapstur, PhD, MPH, senior vice president of Behavioral and Epidemiology Research.

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January 4, 2019

Cutting Calories With Portion Control

Portion sizes have increased over the years, making it easier for Americans to overeat. Read about creative ways to cut back on calories by eating smaller portions of meals and snacks.

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December 19, 2018

Almost 4% of Cancers Worldwide Due to Excess Body Weight

Excess body weight is responsible for an estimated 544,300 cancers, which is about 3.9% of all cancers in the world, according to research by the American Cancer Society, Imperial College London, and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

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November 19, 2018

Is My Child Overweight?

About 1 out of every 3 children in the US is overweight or obese, something many parents often do not realize. Learn how to recognize unhealthy weight in your child and what to do about it.

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October 17, 2018

Study: Obesity Linked to Colorectal Cancer in Young Women

New research shows obesity may be contributing to increasing rates of colorectal cancer among younger Americans.

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October 4, 2018

How Your Weight May Affect Your Risk of Breast Cancer

For women, being overweight or obese after menopause increases the risk of breast cancer . But the connection between weight and breast cancer risk is complicated.

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August 27, 2018

Cutting Down on Kids’ Screen Time

Set up kids for success by limiting the time they spend in front of a TV, computer, smartphone, or other screen. Studies say screen time and childhood obesity have a direct link.

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May 10, 2018

5 Healthy Habits May Help You Live More Than 10 Years Longer

New research published by the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that adults in the US who follow 5 healthy lifestyle habits may live more than a decade longer compared with people who follow none of the 5 habits.

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