Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention
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Dedicated to prevention education and research across the cancer continuum. Hosts of the Cancer FactFinder (https://t.co/cQsJgzeOJg) website.
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Joined October 2021
Taking an interval training approach to your walk may improve your fitness.
washingtonpost.com
People are rediscovering interval walking training (IWT), a technique that can help you get fit in 30 minutes a day.
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Many Lung Cancers Are Now in Nonsmokers. Scientists Want to Know Why.
nytimes.com
The face of lung cancer — once older men with a history of smoking — has changed.
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Just How Harmful Is Vaping? More Evidence Is Emerging.
nytimes.com
A new study that found high levels of heavy metals in popular nicotine vapes adds to concerns about the products.
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RT @SkinCancerOrg: With so many options on the market, what’s the best #sunscreen for you? The answer is simple: The one you will use every….
skincancer.org
Summertime is the best time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Be sure to bring your sunscreen to protect your skin from sun damage that causes skin aging and can lead to skin cancers.
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Watermelon is a staple of summertime snacking. Is it healthy?. "How Healthy Is Watermelon?".
nytimes.com
It’s hydrating, to start. Here’s what else experts had to say about this warm-weather treat — along with some refreshing recipes.
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An informative piece about #EndocrineDisruptors from @MikkaelSekeres for the @washingtonpost and their link to #Cancer. "As an oncologist, here’s what I wish people knew about endocrine disruptors" .
washingtonpost.com
The health concerns surrounding endocrine disruptors, such as phthalates, BPA and PFAS, can sound scary. But what we do know suggests the risks are low.
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RT @SkinCancerOrg: The Skin Cancer Foundation believes that the best sunscreen is the one you are most likely to use, as long as it provide….
skincancer.org
Sunscreen is an important part of a complete sun protection strategy to safeguard yourself against skin cancer. Get the facts about sunscreen.
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RT @SkinCancerOrg: June is #MensHealthMonth. It's important to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, do monthly self-exams and see a dermat….
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We are so grateful for the many scientists in the @Harvard community who advance the fight against #Cancer.
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Too often, Black patients get late diagnoses of deadly skin cancer
washingtonpost.com
For Black people, surviving skin cancer begins with knowing what to look for — and where to look.
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What Makes a Food Ultraprocessed? The FDA Is About to Weigh In.
nytimes.com
The agency is crafting a definition that could shape food policy nationwide.
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RT @HarvardEpi: Cancer epidemiology is well represented at #SER2025 —fellow PhD student in cancer epi, Alexis Miranda, and I each had a cha….
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A diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, and legumes can help reduce your risk of cancer. Check out this article for tips on eating more of them. @nytimes @alicegcallahan . How to Become a Vegetarian (or Simply Eat More Plants)
nytimes.com
Your health and cooking questions, answered.
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These @hseas students developed a."a low-cost, user-friendly and scalable" method for the early detection of #LungCancer for their senior capstone project. 👏👏👏.
seas.harvard.edu
A breathalyzer for detecting lung cancer
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We know that any amount of any kind of #Alcohol increases your risk for @Cancer. But @Ch_Hops of the @nytimes asks, "Is There a Least Bad Alcohol?" .
nytimes.com
We all know about the health risks of drinking. But if you’re going to partake, it’s natural to want to minimize the damage.
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Helpful tips from @CDC_Cancer to prevent #SkinCancer.
Today is #Don’tFryDay, but every day is a good day to protect your skin from the sun. Check out these 5 ways to be sun safe. Learn more about CDC’s sun safety tips here:
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One Type of Mammogram Proves Better for Women With Dense Breasts
nytimes.com
Contrast-enhanced mammography identified three times as many tumors as ultrasound scans. But it is not widely used for screening in the United States.
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Experts at @aicrtweets and @WCRF recommend limiting or avoiding sugar-sweetened beverages in favor of water or unsweetened drinks to reduce #Cancer risk. @MassDPH shares facts about sugar-sweetened beverages and tips for making healthier choices.
mass.gov
Learn how you can choose healthier beverages.
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We also explore the relationship between tanning beds and #SkindCancer risk:.
cancerfactfinder.org
Most likely or definitely true False/misinformation We’re not sure yet Change or refine your search Tanning beds cause skin cancer What you may have heard According to a 2012 report conducted by the...
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Today is #MelanomaMonday. Want to learn about the relationship between UV radiation and #SkinCancer? Check out our #CancerFactFinder.
cancerfactfinder.org
Most likely or definitely true False/misinformation We’re not sure yet Change or refine your search UV radiation What you may have heard There is no such thing as a safe or healthy tan, and getting a...
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