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Fact or fiction? Test your skin cancer knowledge

A Vanderbilt expert addresses common misconceptions around the sun and your skin.

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What you need to know about bladder cancer

Learn about risk factors, signs and symptoms, cancer types, and treatments.

Signs and symptoms of pancreatitis: What to know

Learn the signs of pancreatitis, how to minimize your risk, and what to do if you experience symptoms.

Pancreatic cancer: What to know about treatment

Your treatment options will vary based on the stage of your cancer.

Lung screening questions to ask your doctor

This painless test is meant to catch lung cancer in its earliest stage.

Symptoms of gynecologic cancer — and why it’s important not to ignore them

Many symptoms of gynecologic cancers may be vague, which makes them easy to brush off. But since early detection is key, it’s important to seek help when you feel that something’s not right.

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Lowering your risk for pancreatic cancer

Learn its signs, and how to decrease your chances of developing this cancer.

Can pancreatic cancer be diagnosed early?

How doctors detect pancreatic cancer in average-risk adults.

Living with cancer: A guide to staying strong

Your body undergoes much stress and trauma during cancer treatment. Here, a dietitian and physical therapist share tips to help you stay strong and feel your best.