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Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most silent but deadly types of cancers. It often does not cause symptoms and is not found until the cancer has grown to a […]

Watermelon and Wellness

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No fruit represents summer better than watermelon does! Watermelon is available from May to September, with its peak season being mid-June to late August. This fruit is so versatile and […]

Conquering Cancer and the Olympics

According to the American Cancer Society, almost 1.9 million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in 2021. They also estimate that in the United States, 40 out of […]

Cauliflower Packs a Cancer Fighting Punch

Cauliflower: Cancer-Fighting Superfood

Yes, you have been bombarded with information about the health benefits of cauliflower in low-card diets. But did you know that this vegetable is packed with cancer-fighting proteins and nutrients, […]

Diet and Cancer

Diet and Cancer Prevention Only 5–10 % of all cancer cases can be attributed to genetic defects, whereas the remaining 90–95 % have their roots in the environment and lifestyle […]

Breast Health & Lymphedema

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Breast Cancer and Lymphedema – Myth Busting June is cancer survivor’s month. Just as cancer treatment deserves close and careful attention, celebrating survivorship and ensuring we take all possible measures […]

Men’s Health Awareness

Men's Health Month

June is Men’s Health Month The month of June is used to raise awareness about the importance of preventative medicine among men. Additionally, Men’s Health Month aims to increase awareness […]

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Cancer-Fighting Foods

Studies suggest that simple lifestyle changes, such as following a healthy diet, could prevent 30-50% of all cancers. ACC wants you to remember the six most important cancer-fighting foods or […]

Senior Health and Wellness

Senior Health and Wellness

Ackerman Cancer Center Celebrates Senior Health and Wellness May 26, 2021, is National Senior Health and Fitness Day. Ackerman Cancer Center celebrates senior health and wellness every day. Currently, there […]

National Stroke Awareness Month

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On average, one person dies from a stroke every 4 minutes and more than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke each year. However, 80% of all strokes are […]

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