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Publisher: American Cancer Society Quitting Smokeless Tobacco 
 Statistics and tips for quitting the use of smokeless tobacco, which comes in the form of snuff or chewing tobacco. The resource, which is aimed at teens, provides suggestions for dealing with withdrawal, information about quitting tools such as nicotine substitutes and nicotine replacement therapy, and contact information for support groups and organizations. From the American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Quitting_Smokeless_Tobacco.asp?sitearea=PED Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions Last updated Apr 13, 2004 The Great American Smokeout Challenge
Held each November "to help smokers quit cigarettes for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever." The site includes information to help smokers prepare and follow through with the decision to quit, and outlines the benefits of quitting. From the American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/subsite/greatamericans/Smokeout.asp Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs & Medications by Type, Holidays and Observances Individually, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions Last updated Oct 28, 2009 American Cancer Society: Asian Language Materials
This page provides cancer fact sheets in English, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. It also includes annotated links to other consumer health websites that contain Asian language documents and material of interest to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans. From the American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/ASN/ASN_0.asp Topics: Cancer Last updated Apr 21, 2006 American Cancer Society
This site highlights recent research, statistics, publications, and prevention. Includes survivor stories, and information about support for cancer patients and their families. Contains material available in Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese. Searchable. http://www.cancer.org/ Topics: Cancer Last updated Oct 3, 2005 Everyday Choices for a Healthier Life
"The American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association have joined together in a historic collaboration to encourage the prevention and early detection of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke." The site provides suggestions about healthy eating, exercise, quitting smoking, and medical screenings. Also includes links to interactive tools on these topics. In English and Spanish. http://www.everydaychoices.org Topics: Health Last updated Jan 18, 2005 Known and Probable Carcinogens (Including Industrial Processes, Occupational Exposures, Infectious Agents, Chemicals, and Radiation)
Fact sheet on carcinogens, which are substances "that can cause changes that can lead to cancer." Includes lists of known human carcinogenic substances (such as asbestos and benzene), mixtures (such as alcoholic beverages), and exposure circumstances (including tobacco smoking and certain manufacturing processes). Provides explanatory material about the classification of carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the National Toxicology Program (NTP). From the American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_1_3x_Known_and_Probable_Carcinogens.asp?sitearea=PED Topics: Cancer, Pollutants & Toxic Substances Last updated Dec 1, 2005 Frequently Asked Questions About Colonoscopy and Sigmoidoscopy
This fact sheet answer questions about colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy, which "are excellent screening exams for colorectal cancer (commonly referred to as 'colon cancer')." Includes details about the exam setting and procedures, recovery, and removal of polyps. Also provides links to related documents about colon and rectal cancer. From the American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_6x_Frequent_Questions_About_Colonoscopy_and_Sigmoidoscopy.asp?sitearea= Topics: Cancer Last updated Jan 13, 2009 |
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