Today, we present two more infographics from the American Cancer Society. These charts complement the two we showed last week.
American Cancer Society Infographics – Part 2
Learn more about body weight and mammograms.
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American Cancer Society Infographics – Part 1
Great data.
As we discussed last year, the American Cancer Society’s Web site is a very valuable resource.
Today, we highlight two of the infographics at its infographic gallery.
Please Give to Any Cancer Fund
As the title says, “”Please Give to Any Cancer Fund”. It will help AND make you feel better.
In Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Learn more about breast cancer!!
As we know, October is a very important time for for spreading breast cancer awareness. Thus, this post is in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Let us start with one important resource, the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Click the image to access the site.
Now, we turn to the breast cancer section of the American Cancer Society:
“Whether you or a loved one are worried about developing breast cancer, have just been diagnosed, are going through breast cancer treatment, or are trying to stay well after treatment, this detailed information can help you find the answers you need.”
Click on the image below to learn more about the actual facts of breast cancer, instead of the
“Disproven or Controversial Breast Cancer Risk Factors. There are many factors that research has shown are not linked to breast cancer. You may see information online or hear about these disproven or controversial risk factors, but it’s important to learn the facts.”
Understanding Health Insurance
Do YOU have adequate health insurance? If yes, does it cover all of your needs? Are you aware of your options?
The American Cancer Society offers excellent resources on health insurance. Click the image below to access the site.
American Cancer Society as a Valuable Resource
“At the American Cancer Society, we’re on a mission to free the world from cancer. Until we do, we’ll be funding and conducting research, sharing expert information, supporting patients, and spreading the word about prevention. All so you can live longer — and better.”
Each month, the organization provides a very useful online newsletter. Here are some highlights from the August 2018 newsletter:
- Quick healthy snacks
- Take the Quiz: Lung Cancer
- Cancer Survivor Gets Back on His Feet
- More Breast Cancer Patients Can Safely Skip Chemotherapy
Monthly Giving Helps Us Continue Our Mission
How Body Weight Relates to Cancer
Question: Do you know how body weight relates to cancer? Check out the information from the American Cancer Society.
We all need to do the best we can to avoid problems that may adversely impact upon our health. Below is some good advice.
An Infographic: How Body Weight Affects Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society:
“There is growing data suggesting a strong relationship between excess body weight and increased risk of certain cancers. This infographic highlights current research that shows the significant cancer risk of excess body weight, poor nutrition and physical inactivity. It also highlights ways to reduce that risk by following American Cancer Society guidelines for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.”
