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Risk Model
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Positive and negative predictive value

This more complex metric than test sensitivity or specificity will allow you to understand the likelihood that any specific test result–whether positive or negative–is in fact accurate.

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Prevention
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Coffee: good for your energy and for your health

Drinking coffee can improve heart health, protect against Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, and protect against several forms of cancer. Here’s why you might want to consider adding a few daily cups.

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Prevention
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Toasting to good health? Consider putting down your glass...

Heavy drinking has been shown to significantly increase the risk of several forms of cancer, as well as heart disease, dementia, and depression (among other health issues). Drinking less can significantly mitigate those risks.

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Prevention
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Your drinking water could be hurting your health

Common contaminants may be increasing your risk of cancer and other dangerous diseases.

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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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Diet
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What we’re learning about the most popular sugar substitutes

Are sugar substitutes actually safer? Here's what the science says about stevia, aspartame, and other alternatives.

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Join the movement

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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