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It's time to quit your chewing tobacco habit

Chewing tobacco and snuff don’t carry all of the same risks as cigarettes, but they still significantly increase the risk of several types of cancer.

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Prevention
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Good dental hygiene is important for more than just your teeth

Brushing your teeth twice a day keeps plaque and bacteria in check, which can help prevent dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and oral infections.

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Prevention
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Beta carotene: a supplement you may want to avoid

Beta carotene is a precursor to Vitamin A found in many fruits and vegetables.

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Why quitting smoking at any time will significantly reduce your cancer risk

The health impacts of smoking are widespread and significant, but many of the most dangerous consequences begin to reverse themselves almost from the moment you quit.

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Emerging Science
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The health risks of radiation (and what you can do to avoid it)

Ionizing and non-ionizing radiation exposure can increase the risk of several types of cancers. Some sources, like cell phones, are still under study.

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The Catch Cancer Guides
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Breast Cancer Risk Factors, Subtypes and Screening

Breast cancer affects about 1 in 8 women. Understand the full picture, from genetics and hormones to lifestyle and screening.

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The Catch Cancer Guides
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The Catch Guide to Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the US. Whether or not you smoke, understanding your risk matters.

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The Catch Cancer Guides
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What is cancer?

Understanding how cancer develops and progresses empowers you to make better health choices. A clear, science-backed primer.

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Reducing your cancer risk starts here

1 in 2 Americans will get cancer during their lifetime and 1 in 6 will die from it. We’re on a mission to change that.

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