If you’ve ever had trouble falling or staying asleep, you know how hard it can be to function the next day. A recent survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) found that more than 3 out ...

You can also browse common side effects below. Make sure to talk to your cancer care team about what side effects you should watch for, and let them know about any symptoms or side effects you have, ...

To understand bile duct cancer, it helps to know about the bile ducts and what they normally do. Bile is a fluid made in your liver and stored in your gallbladder. Your bile ducts are a series of thin ...

Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the United States, after heart disease. About 1 in 5 cancers are linked to excess body weight, physical inactivity, having an unhealthy diet, and ...

We are one team as we work to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. The American Cancer Society's Sports fundraising program empowers athletes of all ages to make a difference in the fight against ...

Clinical trials are the best way to learn what works in treating diseases like cancer. Clinical trials occur in different “phases” that build on one another. Each phase is designed to answer certain ...

Breast cancer affects everyone. That’s why Men Wear Pink, a distinguished group of community leaders, is determined to raise awareness and money to support our mission to save more lives than ever ...

Most cancers in children are found because a parent or member of the healthcare team notices a sign or symptom the child is having. Some cancers are found during tests for a different problem. Because ...

The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. To help support our lifesaving work, the most meaningful impact is ...

How common is breast cancer? Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the US besides skin cancers. It accounts for about 1 in 3 new cancers in women each year. The American Cancer Society's ...

If you’re looking for cancer information and resources in Illinois you’ve come to the right place. From our local fundraising events to our cancer support programs, you’ll find everything you need to ...

For the great majority of Americans who do not use tobacco, the most important modifiable determinants of cancer risk are weight control, dietary choices, and levels of physical activity. The American ...