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Honor Loved Ones Through Alton Memorial Health Service Foundation’s Upcoming Ribbons of Strength Cancer Fundraiser
Alton Memorial Health Services Foundation helps support patients with cancer by removing barriers to treatment, including financial hardships.
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African Americans Have a Higher Risk of Being Diagnosed With These Three Chronic Illnesses
An epidemic of chronic diseases continues to grow in the United States; half the population — an estimated 129 million Americans — have lifelong health conditions that need continuous medical attention and limit certain daily activities.
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Shielding Yourself From the Sun: Your Guide to Effective Sun Protection
Learn essential tips for choosing and using effective sun protection. Discover how to manage sunburns, recognize signs of sun damage, and embrace the sun safely with expert advice.
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A Dermatologist Shares 4 Ways to Protect Your Skin This Summer
Whether your favorite summer activity is taking a long hike on a trail, catching waves at the beach or having fun at a backyard barbecue, the warmer temperatures generally mean more time spent outdoors in the sun. But because more exposure to sunlight means more exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet A and B rays, you need to take steps to protect yourself from cancer-causing ultraviolet radiation.
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Rising Colorectal Cancer Rates Among Younger People Call for Earlier Screening
Too young for colorectal cancer? Think again.
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How can you reduce your risk of lung cancer?
Prioritizing lung health during lung cancer awareness month
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The Bottom Line on Preventing Colon Cancer
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and while that may not be the first thing that pops to mind in this month of March Madness and the first days of spring, it’s worth paying attention to. Really.