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Yogurt May Help Prevent Colon Cancer
02 February, 2025
A new study suggests that long-term yogurt consumption may help protect against aggressive colon cancer by promoting a healthy gut microbiome.…
Shaping Nevada’s Future: Key Cancer and Healthcare Bills to Watch in the 2025 Legislative Session
02 February, 2025
The 85th Nevada Legislative Session has begun and will run for 120 days through June 2, 2025. Led by the work of our coalition members and…
Addressing Nevada’s Nursing Shortage with Federal Legislation
02 February, 2025
Nevada is facing a critical nursing shortage, making it increasingly difficult for patients to receive timely and high-quality care. Recognizing…
February is Cancer Prevention Month: Take Action for a Healthier Future
02 February, 2025
Every February, Cancer Prevention Month serves as a powerful reminder that many cancers are preventable through lifestyle choices, early detection,…
Federal Funding Supports Cancer Control in Nevada
02 February, 2025
The change of presidential administrations in January 2025 brought with it increased scrutiny of federal program funding. In late January, the…
NCC Commits to 5-2-1-0 for Prevention
02 February, 2025
The team at NCC is “walking the walk” with a commitment to practice prevention with the 5210 Healthy Washoe program. The program is an evidence-…
ACS Releases 2025 Facts & Figures
02 February, 2025
The American Cancer Society recently released its annual Cancer Facts and Figures report with data and analysis on cancer incidence and mortality…
Celebrating Partnership & Progress in Radon Awareness
01 January, 2025
The Nevada Radon Education Program (NREP) has been working with the Nevada Cancer Coalition and many other partners in spreading awareness about the…
Want to quit vaping this year? Here’s what the evidence shows so far about effective strategies
01 January, 2025
Lots of people who vape want to quit, but there’s very little guidance on how best to do so.
In the U.S., recent reports estimate that 5.9% of…
Prevent Cancer Foundation awards $1.3 million to patient navigation programs throughout the U.S.
01 January, 2025
NCC to receive $100,000 over next two years.
To advance the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s bold goal to reduce cancer deaths by 40% by 2035, the…
Lung Cancer Screening: The Importance of Patient-Provider Discussions
01 January, 2025
Fewer than 10% of patients say they’ve discussed lung cancer screening with their healthcare providers.
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of…
Recognizing Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month
01 January, 2025
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to spotlight the significant health risks faced by those who dedicate their lives to…