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How much physical activity should adults get daily

WebOur recommendation. We recommend that all adults aim for 30 minutes of moderate daily activity that gets your heart going. It's good to be active in different ways, including …

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Prognosis and survival for lung cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebOverall health. People who are in better overall health are more likely to be able to have surgery to remove the lung cancer, which may improve survival. They may also be able to tolerate chemotherapy and radiation better than people in poor health. People with lung and heart problems have a less favourable prognosis when diagnosed with lung

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What is bone cancer

WebWhat is bone cancer. Bone cancer starts in the cells of the bone or cartilage. It is also called primary bone cancer. A cancerous (malignant) tumour is a group of cancer cells that can grow into and destroy nearby tissue. It can also spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. Primary bone cancer is very rare in adults over the age of 40.

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Population health research Canadian Cancer Society

WebIn population health research, scientists study groups of people to understand why some people are healthier than others and how common characteristics affect cancer risk and …

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What causes cancer

WebCancer risk factors may play different roles in starting cancer and helping it grow. Examples of risk factors for cancer include: getting older. smoking. not protecting yourself from the sun. having certain genetic changes. being overweight or obese. not having a healthy diet. not getting enough physical activity.

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Symptoms of esophageal cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebThe most common symptom of esophageal cancer is having problems swallowing (dysphagia). Other signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer include: weight loss. …

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All about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

WebSome women take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopausal symptoms. HRT is medicine that contains hormones that the ovaries make less of as women age …

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Prognosis and survival for uterine cancer

WebMyometrial invasion is how far the tumour has grown into, or invaded, the middle layer of the uterus wall (called the myometrium). Doctors can use the degree of myometrial invasion to predict if the cancer will come back, or recur, and to predict survival. The deeper the tumour has grown into the myometrium, the poorer the prognosis.

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Diagnosis of prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebProstate Health Index (PHI) is a blood test that predicts the chances that you will develop prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer Antigen 3 (PCA3) test is a urine (pee) test that looks for PCA3 in the urine. PCA3 is a gene that is normally. expressed. in low levels in the prostate.

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Symptoms of colorectal cancer Canadian Cancer Society

Webdiarrhea. constipation. stool (poop) that looks narrower than usual. feeling like the rectum is not completely empty after a bowel movement. bright or very dark red blood in the stool. …

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Symptoms of breast cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebLate symptoms of breast cancer include: A condition in which the skin and whites of the eyes become yellow and urine is dark yellow. Jaundice may be caused by high levels of …

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Diagnosis of liver cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebDiagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Usually, diagnosing liver cancer begins when a routine test suggests a problem with the liver. Your doctor will ask you about any symptoms you have and do a physical exam. Based on this information, your doctor may refer you to a specialist or order tests to check for liver

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Diagnosis of lung cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebDiagnosing lung cancer usually begins with a visit to your family doctor. Your doctor will ask you about any symptoms you have and do a physical exam. Based on this information, …

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Hormone therapy for prostate cancer Canadian Cancer …

WebSome common side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer are: sexual problems (low sex drive, erectile dysfunction or shrinkage of the testicles and penis) hot flashes. …

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Screening for cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebIf you’re in a certain age or population group, you can also have screening tests that help find breast, cervical and colorectal cancer before you’ve even noticed symptoms. Take …

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Surgery for prostate cancer Canadian Cancer Society

WebCryosurgery. Cryosurgery is a procedure that destroys cancer cells by freezing them. It is also called cryoablation, cryosurgical ablation or cryotherapy. Cryosurgery may be used to treat low-risk, early stage prostate cancer. It may be used if you are unable to have surgery or radiation therapy.

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Cancer and COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

WebCancer doesn’t stop being a life-changing and life-threatening disease in the middle of a global health pandemic. As the voice for Canadians who care about cancer, CCS is committed to bringing forward the concerns of those affected by cancer to all levels of government to ensure their needs are reflected in the medium- and long-term …

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Immunizations Canadian Cancer Society

WebImmunizations. Some cancer treatments, like chemotherapy and radiation therapy, can cause a weak (suppressed) immune system. Your immune system defends the body …

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Colonoscopy Canadian Cancer Society

WebA colonoscopy is done in a hospital, clinic or doctor’s office. It usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes, but it can take longer. Preparation for a colonoscopy usually includes: following …

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