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10 ways to reduce your cancer risk Canadian Cancer Society

WEB5. Limit alcohol. It’s sobering news but drinking 3.5 drinks a day doubles or even triples your risk of developing cancer of the mouth, pharynx, larynx, or esophagus. In fact, drinking …

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What causes cancer

WEBCancer risk factors may play different roles in starting cancer and helping it grow. Examples of risk factors for cancer include: getting older. smoking. not protecting yourself from the …

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5 key findings on the impact of cancer on Canada's population

WEBThe report highlights that over 1.5 million people were living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis and prevalence is rising. This might sound alarming but thanks to critical …

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Treatments for prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEByour overall health and any existing medical conditions; your age and life expectancy; whether you have symptoms; Prostate cancer treatments can seriously affect your …

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Diagnosis of kidney cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBDiagnosing kidney cancer usually begins with a visit to your family doctor. Your doctor will ask you about any symptoms you have and do a physical exam. Based on this …

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Hormone therapy for prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBSome common side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer are: sexual problems (low sex drive, erectile dysfunction or shrinkage of the testicles and penis) hot flashes. …

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Treatments for oral cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBIt will be based on your health and specific information about the cancer. When deciding which treatments to offer for oral cancer, your healthcare team will consider: the size of …

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Diagnosis of liver cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBYour health history is a record of your symptoms, risks and all the medical events and problems you have had in the past. Your doctor will ask questions about your history of: …

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Symptoms of breast cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBOther health conditions can cause the same symptoms as breast cancer. The most common symptom of ductal carcinoma is a firm or hard lump that feels very different …

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Diagnosis of lung cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBDiagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Diagnosing lung cancer usually begins with a visit to your family doctor. Your doctor will ask you about …

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How much physical activity should adults get daily

WEBWe recommend that all adults aim for 30 minutes of moderate daily activity that gets your heart going. It's good to be active in different ways, including vigorous and moderate …

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Diagnosis of prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBDiagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Diagnosing prostate cancer usually begins with a visit to your family doctor. Your doctor will ask you about …

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Symptoms of esophageal cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBThe most common symptom of esophageal cancer is having problems swallowing (dysphagia). Other signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer include: weight loss. …

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Screening for cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBIf you’re in a certain age or population group, you can also have screening tests that help find breast, cervical and colorectal cancer before you’ve even noticed symptoms. Take …

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Population health research Canadian Cancer Society

WEBPopulation health research. In population health research, scientists study groups of people to understand why some people are healthier than others and how common …

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Genetic testing Canadian Cancer Society

WEBGenetic testing is a medical test that looks for changes in chromosomes, genes or proteins that are linked to cancer and other diseases. Genes that are linked to cancer are …

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Screening for lung cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WEBScreening means checking for a disease in a group of people who don't show any symptoms of the disease. Screening tests help find lung cancer before any symptoms …

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Sex and intimacy Canadian Cancer Society

WEBSex and intimacy. Changes to sex and intimacy are a big challenge for many people living with cancer. Some people go through cancer treatment without having their feelings, …

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Fluid buildup on the lungs (pleural effusion)

WEBFluid is drained 2 or 3 times a week by a nurse at home or at a local health unit. When the pleural fluid dries up, the tube is removed. Chest tube . In the hospital, the doctor or …

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Low red blood cell count (anemia) Canadian Cancer Society

WEBAnemia is a condition caused by a low level of healthy red blood cells (RBCs). Cancer and its treatment can lower the number of RBCs and the hemoglobin level in the blood. …

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All about the birth control pill Canadian Cancer Society

WEBThe major benefits of taking hormonal contraceptives are: preventing unwanted pregnancy. reducing the symptoms of menstruation (for example, cramps and bleeding) reducing …

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Colonoscopy Canadian Cancer Society

WEBA small growth on a mucous membrane, such as the lining of the colon, bladder, uterus (womb), vocal cords or nasal passage. Most types of polyps are non-cancerous, but …

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