Tag Archives: American Cancer Society
Cancer Death Rates Fall in the United States
The drop in cancer deaths began in the 1990s and continue on a downward spiral
Deaths from cancer continue to drop for American men and women from most racial and…
By Cedric 'Big Ced' Thornton
January 7, 2013
Tags: American Cancer Society, cancer, health, United States
Wellness Insider: Making Choices About Prostate Screening
Preventing illness and achieving wellness: health, fitness, and nutrition news for busy professionals
An informed business professional usually tries to weigh pros and cons before making a decision…
By Malecia S. Walker
Cancer Deaths Decrease for Blacks but Disparities Persist
Report finds that some, not all, cancer screenings could prevent disease
Despite a reduction in cancer death rates, African Americans continue to be diagnosed at more…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
February 18, 2009
Tags: American Cancer Society, cancer, colorectal cancer, Dr. Otis W. Brawley, prostate cancer
Report: Racial Gap Widens in Colon Cancer Deaths
Overall rates at low, yet risks for blacks increase
Lack of access to quality healthcare and getting proper screenings is being attributed to blacks’…
By Deborah Creighton Skinner
December 16, 2008
Tags: American Cancer Society, colon cancer, colorectal cancer
