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    Oct 13

    Have you made a plan to get your ? Protecting yourself from flu helps you protect others! Find out how you can help cancer patients and survivors who have higher risk for flu complications:

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  2. 9 hours ago

    Data from 2015 found 1 in 4 women reported they had been informed that their mammogram showed dense breast tissue. Find out what it means to have dense breasts:

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  3. 11 hours ago

    Breast cancer in men is rare, but it’s important to understand the differences in survival. The latest examines survival differences based on race/ethnicity, age, stage of diagnosis, and U.S. census region – read to learn more:

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    13 hours ago

    Do you do these 3 healthy habits? . Stay 6 feet apart from others who do not live in your household. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. Help protect yourself and others from . Learn more: .

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    Do you do these 3 healthy habits? Wear a mask. Stay at least 6 feet apart from others who do not live in your household. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
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  5. 13 hours ago

    DYK CDC offers free or low-cost mammograms to those who qualify? Find a program near you this :

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  6. 14 hours ago

    Cases of have decreased in the U.S., but more men are being diagnosed at advanced stages. Read more in the latest from :

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  7. 16 hours ago

    Due for a mammogram or other cancer screening? Here’s what you need to know about getting back to routine appointments:

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    Oct 15

    It’s normal to feel sad, stressed or anxious right now. But it can be hard to take a break. Today, on 10/15, take 10-15 minutes to do something to care for yourself: .

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  9. Oct 15

    Learn why - for yourself and those around you – is key to lowering your risk of infection during cancer treatment:

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  10. Oct 15

    During your child’s immune system won’t be as strong, so encourage them to wash their hands for the time it takes to sing "Happy Birthday" twice. Find more tips on reducing the risk of infection this :

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    Oct 15

    New data shows that adult is increasing, and that racial and ethnic disparities persist. Learn how communities can support a healthy, active lifestyle for all:

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  12. Oct 15

    "Handwashing is not just about protecting yourself, but about protecting people around you." Cancer survivor Angela explains how handwashing helps cancer patients avoid infection:

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  13. Oct 14

    Triple-negative does not have any of the receptors that are commonly found in other breast cancers. Learn about and how it is treated with our interactive app:

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  14. Oct 14

    Cancer or cancer treatment can cause lymphedema - swelling due to build-up of lymph fluid in the body. Get the facts about lymphedema and other side effects of cancer treatment this :

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  15. Oct 14

    Join us as CDC’s Nikki Hayes talks to for a Facebook live event to talk about cancer survivors today at 1:30 PM ET. Watch the event:

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  16. Oct 14

    Cancer survivors, exercise can lower your risk of depression and anxiety and can help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp. Get more tips on staying healthy during stressful times:

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  17. Oct 14

    Answer: True. People with chronic hepatitis C often have no symptoms and don’t feel sick. Getting tested for is important, because treatments can cure most people with hepatitis C in 8 to 12 weeks:

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  18. Oct 13

    Getting the right treatment at the right time – how to reduce inequities in survival:

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    Oct 13

    is one way to help reduce breast cancer risk. Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding during .

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  20. Oct 13

    T/F: People with chronic hepatitis C can often have no symptoms and don’t feel sick.

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