Nevada Cancer Coalition

What is precision prevention, and could it change how we stop cancer before it starts? | Nevada Cancer Coalition Cancer prevention has long relied on broad approaches like vaccines, screening, and lifestyle changes. But researchers are now exploring something more targeted: precision prevention. Researchers from...

What if we could stop cancer before it starts—by targeting those most at risk? A new approach called precision prevention could make that possible. Learn how it works, the challenges ahead, and why researchers are excited about its potential.

Why the Newborn Hepatitis B Shot Matters — and What’s at Stake Now | Nevada Cancer Coalition Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver and, if not prevented, can lead to serious chronic illness — including liver cancer. The vaccine for hepatitis B, given within 24 hours of birth, is one o...

The hepatitis B vaccine given at birth isn’t just a shot — it’s lifelong protection against infection and liver cancer. Weakening that safeguard risks undoing decades of progress. Prevention matters. Read more in our latest blog ⬇️

We're discussing Nevada data, not national data. Also, whether it's a small or a large increase, the bottom line is that teens shouldn't have access to vapes and companies shouldn't be allowed to develop vape products that target/appeal to youth. & you're a vape advocate, so of course you're biased.

'Teen vaping crisis' poses a 'persistent public health threat' in Southern Nevada, health officials warn Health officials claim easy access, flavored products and peer influence are driving a "teen vaping crisis" in Southern Nevada.

Easy access to vapes, social media and peer pressure, a slow-to-act FDA, permissive state policies and no prevention funding have led to more and more youth in Nevada taking up vaping. 👎

Vegas Stronger Champion: Jillian Farres helps fight cancer in honor of her friend This month's Vegas Stronger Champion works with a Nevada nonprofit whose goal is to fight cancer and raise awareness about the importance of cancer screenings.

All the feels! Thank you KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas and Findlay Auto Group for recognizing the amazing volunteers in the Las Vegas community. Together we are all stronger! www.ktnv.com/news/vegas-s...

This will end up costing more for everyone in the long run as routine healthcare gets postponed and costs for later stages of disease treatment increase.

How Proposed Changes to the USPSTF Could Threaten Cancer Prevention and Early Detection | Nevada Cancer Coalition In the weeks following the Supreme Court’s decision in Kennedy v. Braidwood, the U.S.

We are longing for a time when we can stop politicizing public health and focus on what's most effective, confirmed through evidence-based research, in reducing the burden of disease for all people.

Air Pollution and Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers: What New Science Means for Nevada | Nevada Cancer Coalition When most people think of lung cancer, smoking is the first risk factor that comes to mind. But a groundbreaking new study published in Nature reveals a surprising and important truth: lung cancer is ...

Environmental factors matter. Where we live, work, and play can have a profound impact on our health. Policies for manufacturing, land use, forestry -- they all matter for our health.

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World’s premier cancer institute faces crippling cuts and chaos • Nevada Current The Trump administration’s broadsides against scientific research have caused unprecedented upheaval at the National Cancer Institute, the storied federal government research hub that has spearheaded ...

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Breaking the Link: How Reducing Neighborhood Segregation Can Lower Lung Cancer Risk in African American Communities | Nevada Cancer Coalition Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and in Nevada. African American communities face a higher risk, developing lung cancer at younger ages and experiencing higher mor...

New research shows that reducing segregation can lower lung cancer risk for Black communities—by addressing factors like menthol use, air pollution, and secondhand smoke.
It’s not just about personal choices—it’s about where people live and the policies that shape those places.
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If you're LGBTQ+ and you rely on Medicaid for your health care, I'd like to talk with you! I'm grateful for the conversations I've had so far.

I'm writing about how LGBTQ+ Americans are among those who will be disproportionately impacted by the passage of the "Big Beautiful Bill."

'Where's our money?' CDC grant funding is moving so slowly layoffs are happening The state and local health departments that rely on CDC funding say the money is not coming in on time and no one can tell them why. Some are laying off staff.

It's fiscal new year for Nevada and NCC, usually a time for a fresh start to our work. It's been a stressful time this year, and for some in other states a time for furloughs. www.npr.org/sections/sho...

Learn how cancer treatment can affect your heart and what you can do to protect it. July 23 at 7PM for “Heart Health After Cancer: Navigating Cardio-Oncology for Breast & GYN Cancer Survivors,” presented by Susan Dent, B.Sc., MD. bit.ly/3TQNQuD
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Hospitals, health care providers warn Medicaid cuts will be felt by people not on Medicaid • Nevada Current Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto is warning Nevadans that President Donald Trump’s spending and tax cut bill will ripple through every aspect of the state’s health care system, going far beyond ...

"The legislation is estimated to kick around 17 million Americans off Medicaid or Affordable Care Act coverage, with about 114,500 Nevadans at risk of losing their health care."
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We're convinced HPV self-collection has the potential to increase cervical cancer screening rates by a lot. Check out this new guide for clinicians to build self-collection into your practice: cervicalroundtable.org/wp-content/u...

Game theory explains why reasonable parents make vaccine choices that fuel outbreaks Vaccine hesitancy isn’t a moral failure – it’s a property of a system in which people must balance personal and collective interests.

Fascinating perspective on how game theory shapes parents' vaccination decisions.

How should I deal with cancer-related fatigue? | Cancer Today Various conditions can exacerbate fatigue, but exercise and finding a sense of purpose can help.

A nurse practitioner shares tips on how to deal with cancer-related fatigue in the spring issue of Cancer Today.

Exercise boosts survival rates in colon cancer patients, study shows A first-of-its-kind experiment shows a three-year exercise program improved survival in colon cancer patients.

Presented this weekend at #ASCO: A three-year exercise program improved survival in colon cancer patients and kept disease at bay, a first-of-its-kind international experiment showed.

Senators propose bill allocating $235M annually toward bolstering breast and other cancer screenings Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, have reintroduced the Screening for Communities to Receive Early and Equitable Needed Services (SCREENS) for Cancer Act.

The program is so essential to expanding access to breast and cervical screening. We're all in for this bill to pass.

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Senators propose bill allocating $235M annually toward bolstering breast and other cancer screenings Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, have reintroduced the Screening for Communities to Receive Early and Equitable Needed Services (SCREENS) for Cancer Act.

If we want to MAHA, we need to support programs that actually MAHA. The NBCCEDP is one of those programs. We've seen firsthand how education, navigation, and access to healthcare can change lives. radiologybusiness.com/topics/healt...

Joe Biden’s Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Sheds Light on a Common Men’s Health Issue | Nevada Cancer Coalition On May 18, 2025, the office of former President Joe Biden announced that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. This news has sparked concern an...

Wondering about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis? If you're not sure who prostate cancer affects and how it's screened for and diagnosed, more info here: www.nevadacancercoalition.org/blog/joe-bid...

Medicaid provides essential health coverage to 80mil. people across the country, including those with cancer. Cuts could jeopardize lifesaving care for millions of cancer patients. @susielee.house.gov @stevenhorsford.bsky.social @titus.house.gov Can we count on you to oppose cuts & #ProtectMedicaid?

Supreme Court rules FDA properly rejected fruit-flavored vape liquids Companies had sued the FDA, saying it unfairly shifted its standards for approving e-cigarette liquids popular with teens. The Supreme Court unanimously backed the agency.

Some pretty sweet news against sweets. wapo.st/4cyL6Lf

Nevada Oncology Society hosts the 2025 Official SABCS Review this Saturday in Las Vegas. Speakers include Dr. Lee Schwartzberg and experts from Huntsman Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai, Fred Hutch, MD Anderson and more. #breastcancer

Palliative Care Awareness & Education Day ECHO | Nevada Cancer Coalition Advisory Council on Palliative Care and Quality of Life in collaboration with the Project ECHO Nevada  invites you to attend the Virtual Palliative Care

We can't say enough about the importance of palliative care as an early and consistent aspect of cancer care. This is a great chance to learn more.

Shaping Nevada’s Future: Key Cancer and Healthcare Bills to Watch in the 2025 Legislative Session | Nevada Cancer Coalition The 83rd Nevada Legislative Session has begun and will run for 120 days through June 2, 2025. Led by the work of our coalition members and collaborative workgroups, NCC advocates for best-practice pol...

With Nevada's legislative session well underway, here's a look at some of the bills we're following.

The cost of 'beauty' is much higher for Black women, as this post affirms. Despite this, products with carcinogenic ingredients continue to be marketed and sold to unsuspecting consumers who are disproportionately affected by cancer.

Republicans Are Eyeing Cuts to Medicaid. What’s Medicaid, Again? - KFF Health News Republicans in Congress have suggested big cuts to Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program for people with low incomes or disabilities. The complex, multifaceted program touches millions ...

The GOP is proposing big cuts to Medicaid, but what exactly does the program cover, and whom? kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

Well, the BRFSS data tool is offline. This is data that has already been collected on things like percentage of people screened for colorectal cancer or getting exercise every day. Lack of access to data limits our ability to evaluate our progress and plan for the future. #cdc #brfss

Tune into this virtual session from 9-11 a.m. PT on Jan. 30 to chat with a registered dietitian about the Mediterranean Diet for cancer survivors. Learn, ask questions, chat.
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