Cancer Prevention: Learn, Research, Support & Lifestyle

Learn about reducing cervical cancer risk, endometrial cancer screening research, a new caregiver support program, and how lifestyle affects cancer risk

The Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center Blog shares news, information and stories from Mayo Clinic’s cancer experts and patients. Stories featured recently on the blog include:

• Your toolkit for reducing cervical cancer risk

Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, discusses the tools available to reduce your cervical cancer risk.

• A step toward detecting endometrial cancer earlier

Mayo Clinic research could lead to a screening test for endometrial cancer that analyzes vaginal fluid collected with a tampon.

• Mayo Clinic Caregiver Support Program: Putting the needs of the caregiver first

Mayo Clinic launched the Caregiver Support Program to help family caregivers in December 2021. This is its origin story.

• Excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco: How lifestyle can affect your cancer risk

Dr. Jon Ebbert discusses the link between cancer risk and excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco and the steps to reduce your risk.

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