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Breast Cancer Survivor Finds New Mission Following Diagnosis

Published on: October 21, 2025

At 35 years old, Charlotte de Brabandt moved from Switzerland to Boston, Massachusetts. She was excited for a new adventure and an opportunity to grow in her career. But after just three months in Boston, she received news that changed her life. She was diagnosed with stage III triple-negative inflammatory breast cancer, a very rare, aggressive type that requires an aggressive treatment plan.

Breast Cancer Stories of Hope
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What to Know About Fenbendazole

Published on: October 21, 2025

A deworming medicine for animals, fenbendazole has not been tested for use in humans as a cancer treatment. Get the facts about fenbendazole.

Cancer Updates Treatment
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Turning Awareness Into Action: 40 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Published on: October 17, 2025

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which was co-created by the American Cancer Society in 1985. It began as a week-long campaign to educate women about screening and routine mammograms. Today, 40 years later, Breast Cancer Awareness Month has grown into a nationwide movement that continues to bring awareness to the disease.

ACS Research Awareness Month Breast Cancer Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Our Impact Screening Guidelines
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What to Know About Nicotine Pouches and Cancer Risk

Published on: October 16, 2025

Nicotine pouches contain nicotine, which is highly addictive, and may include other harmful chemicals. Learn about the health risks of nicotine pouches.

Prevention Risk Factors Smoking Tobacco
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Breast Cancer Survivor Turns Tragedy into Purpose

Published on: October 14, 2025

Laura Renegar is no stranger to the impact cancer can have on a family. Her mother was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1985, and sadly, her mother passed away from the disease. Then in 2011, just days after having a routine screening mammogram, Laura was devastated to find a lump in her own breast. She was 46 years old.

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MASLD and MASH: Fatty Liver Disease and Cancer Risk

Published on: October 9, 2025

Liver conditions such as MASLD and MASH can increase a person’s risk of liver cancer. Find out more about causes, symptoms, and reducing your risk.

Cancer Updates Liver Cancer Prevention Risk Factors
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How to Support the Parents of a Child with Cancer

Published on: September 26, 2025

You can help parents who have a child with cancer in many ways, but take your cues from the family. Find out what assistance can be most helpful.

Cancer in Children Cancer Updates Caregiving
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How PCOS Can Impact Cancer Risk

Published on: September 24, 2025

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause health issues that include an increased risk of endometrial cancer. Learn more about PCOS and cancer risk.

Cancer Updates Endometrial Cancer Risk Factors