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📢 Prostate Cancer Awareness 📢 Today, Verity is sharing important information on the common symptoms of Prostate Cancer. The American Cancer Society highlights the critical need to recognize these symptoms early. If you treat Prostate Cancer in its early stages, you could receive a better prognosis. Review our infographic below and familiarize yourself with the signs –  knowing them could make all the difference in early detection. #ProstateCancerAwareness #MensHealth #EarlyDetection #VerityCares

The 5-year survival rate for lung cancer continues to increase but there is still much work to do. If you are at risk for lung cancer, talk to your doctor about annual screening and CyPath Lung, a noninvasive test for the early detection of lung cancer. Learn more at www.cypathlung.com #LungCancerAwarenessMonth #lungcancer #CyPathLung

March is #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth. Did you know that many early symptoms are not noticeable, leading to a delayed diagnosis? With regular screenings, colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and highly treatable when caught early. Don't wait until it's too late - talk to your provider about your different screening options today.

🔵 November is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the importance of early detection and support for those affected by this disease. Let's spread awareness, encourage screenings, and show our support for prostate cancer research. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against prostate cancer. 💙 #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth #EarlyDetection #SupportResearch

“Screening is a very important tool in these high risk patients who are smokers. Screening saves lives. So, early lung cancer staging is very important. The goal of early lung cancer screening and staging is to create a shift in staging, so we can diagnose early stage cancer where the goal is curative.” - Dr. Balakrishnan #NoahMedical #GalaxySystem #LungCancer #EarlyDiagnosisMatters Learn more about the impact of early diagnosis: https://hubs.ly/Q02Xd2TW0

New Trial Alert! The PROSPECT-Lung trial is a new NCI study that aims to improve outcomes for patients with lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers worldwide. Researchers are investigating novel combinations of targeted therapies and immunotherapies to better address the challenges of treating advanced lung cancer. Learn more about the PROSPECT-Lung trial, https://lnkd.in/g4fknxic. #NCI #NCTN #LungCancer #ClinicalResearch #PROSPECTLung #CancerTreatment #Immunotherapy #PrecisionMedicine #Alliance #SWOGCancerResearchNetwork

Talk with your healthcare provider about screening guidelines. Colorectal cancer screening starts at age 45 for average-risk adults. Schedule yours today!

Why are folks hesitant to have this potential life-saving screening done? As an American Cancer Society employee who works with communities and who has a vast history of cancer in my family; you can imagine I meet lots of people who share stories with me. I've met folks who had polyps discovered and removed, during their routine screenings, I've had volunteers who refuse to have a screening done because they say, "I don't want to know". I've met the grandmother of a 24-year-old who succumb to colorectal cancer. When I asked if he had experienced any signs or symptoms she said, "yes". Apparently, he had loose bowels for a month before going to see about it. By the time he did, he was stage 4. It doesn't have to be this way. If you feel something is wrong, follow your gut. If you're wrong, you're still alive. There are several colon cancer screenings you can choose from, but the best one is whichever one you have done. Take it from someone who has had three (3) colonoscopies, the worst part is the preparation. I didn't feel any different after the procedure. So, if you are 45 and DO NOT have a history of cancer in your family or experiencing any signs or symptoms and have not had a colon cancer screening, call your primary care provider and ask them for a referral. You could be saving your own life. If you do have a history of cancer in your family or having some questionable signs or symptoms, talk to your primary provider as soon as possible. Let's all be proactive in our own healthcare, not reactive.

Colorectal cancer is rising in young adults. Have you been screened yet? Find a screening location near you and get a personalized screening recommendation at YourColonIs45.org – brought to you by American Cancer Society and Colorectal Cancer Alliance #yourcolonis45

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men worldwide? Screening and early detection can save lives. Let's encourage men to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against prostate cancer. 💙 #ProstateCancerAwareness #MensHealthMatters #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #KnowYourRisk #StrongerTogether