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Can GLP-1s Help Reduce the Risk of Cancer?

Published on: March 26, 2026

GLP-1 medicines are FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. Find out more about what studies show about how they can affect cancer risk.

Cancer Updates Colon and Rectal Cancer Prevention
Janice Johnson, cancer survivor
From Fear to Advocacy: How Janice Johnson Found Her Voice and Her Life

Published on: March 17, 2026

After overcoming colorectal cancer, Janice Johnson transformed her diagnosis into action by sharing her story to inspire others to advocate for themselves.

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Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: How Two Black Women in Science Are Opening Doors for the Next Generation

Published on: March 12, 2026

ACS-funded researcher Tonya Webb, PhD, and PhD student Alena McQuarter share their journeys as Black women in STEM who are overcoming doubt through resilience and mentorship and paving the way for future generations.

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Is It Costochondritis or Cancer?

Published on: March 5, 2026

A common non-cardiac cause of chest pain is costochondritis, but its symptoms can mimic those of some cancers. Learn more about costochondritis.

Cancer Updates Lung Cancer
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What to Know About Cancer and Heart Disease

Published on: February 25, 2026

As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease. There are often ways to help lower the risk.

Living Well Prevention Screening Guidelines Survivorship Treatment
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How to Find Cancer Information You Can Trust

Published on: February 13, 2026

Online sources can help you learn about cancer, but not everything is trustworthy. Find out how to find reliable information that’s based on science.

Cancer Updates Prevention
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What to Know About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Cancer Risk

Published on: February 5, 2026

The risks of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) depend on your personal health history. Get more information about which factors affect those risks.

Breast Cancer Cancer Updates Endometrial Cancer Prevention
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How One Woman Turned Cancer into a Catalyst for Change

Published on: February 4, 2026

After surviving cervical cancer, Danielle Massi turned her diagnosis into action, sharing her story to inspire others to advance cancer research.

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