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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 02/10/2026
After putting off her own mammogram years prior, Aisha now spends time advocating for breast cancer early detection for all women of screening age. Read more about her journey: 🧵 2/2 preventcancer.org/article/figh...
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Fight over fear: Aisha Khan's breast cancer journey - Prevent Cancer Foundation
Aisha Khan details her breast cancer battle and encourages others to get screened.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 02/10/2026
In 2021, Aisha Khan received a call from her doctor with news that no one wants to hear: She had stage 3 breast cancer.🧵 1/2
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Humble @humblebundle.com · 02/10/2026
Time to get scared with the Indie Fears bundle and games like: - Mouthwashing - The Headliners - Buckshot Roulette - and more! Supports @preventcancer.org | bit.ly/4rqQur9
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 01/10/2026
Her reminder to stay on top of screenings and appointments is an important one, because early detection played a crucial role in her diagnosis. Read her breast cancer story: 🧵 2/2 preventcancer.org/article/what...
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Amanda Peet on Breast Cancer Early Detection
Amanda Peet was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer in Fall 2025 after a routine screening detected what was later discovered to be a tumor.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 01/10/2026
Prioritizing your health can be difficult, especially when life gets in the way—and actor, writer and advocate Amanda Peet knows this all too well. In late 2025, she was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer while navigating an already challenging chapter in her personal life. 🧵 1/2
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 30/09/2026
The good news: There are options, like MRIs and ultrasounds, for more accurate screening for dense breasts. Read more about Allison’s journey with dense breasts: 🧵3/3 preventcancer.org/article/how-...
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How to navigate dense breasts and cancer screenings
Dense breast tissue makes cancer harder to spot on routine mammograms, so you may need additional screenings such as an MRI or ultrasound.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 30/09/2026
Dense breast tissue can make it harder to spot early signs of breast cancer on a routine mammogram, and there aren’t official guidelines on what additional imaging you might need. 🧵2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 30/09/2026
Even as an oncology nurse, @preventcancer.org’s own Allison Steinberg felt overwhelmed about what to do after learning she had dense breasts. 🧵1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 29/09/2026
Congratulations to the 2026 honorees: Amanda Peet, Heather Obernolte (spouse of Rep. Jay Obernolte, Colleen Ochoa Peters (spouse of Sen. @peters.senate.gov ) and Nancy Pelosi (@pelosi.house.gov). 🧵 (2/2)
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 29/09/2026
👏 We’re celebrating leaders who make an impact with cancer prevention & early detection! We were on Capitol Hill last week for @preventcancer.org’s #CongressionalFamilies Program’s (led by Executive Director Lisa McGovern) Annual Action for Cancer Awareness Awards Luncheon. 🧵 (1/2)
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 28/09/2026
Is this test right for you? Find out more: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/article/what...
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What is a PSA Test and Do I Need One?
The PSA test is a blood test and the primary screening tool for prostate cancer after discussion with a health care provider.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 28/09/2026
Tracking your PSA level over time, along with analyzing your other risk factors, can give your doctor and you the best chance at catching prostate cancer early, but there are pros and cons to screening. 🧵2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 28/09/2026
Do you have a prostate cancer screening coming up? Relax, we’re just here to talk about the PSA test—a blood test! The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test measures the level of PSA, a type of protein that your prostate makes. 🧵1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 28/09/2026
Thank you for joining us!
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Senator Ruben Gallego @gallego.senate.gov · 25/09/2026
Sydney and I had a great time at the Action for Cancer Awareness Awards Luncheon this week. The @preventcancer.org Foundation's bipartisan Congressional Families Program is about getting people the resources they need to catch cancer early, when it's still treatable. We're proud to be a part of it.
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Humble @humblebundle.com · 28/09/2026
Jump into co-op horror as a reckless journalist whose only goal is to make the headlines without becoming one in The Headliners. Indie Fears supports @preventcancer.org | bit.ly/46GgDZu
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 23/09/2026
Read more about how Tracy and Gabby are advocating for knowing your risk—so you can make informed decisions and take charge of your health: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/article/from...
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Genetic Testing and Cancer Risk: Mother & Daughter Story
When Tracy Milgram's genetic testing results came back positive for the BRCA2 genetic mutation, her world and her daughter's changed.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 23/09/2026
Her daughter, Gabby, knows her mom’s genetic history will shape her own health decisions, too. She’s now navigating when and how she wants to undergo genetic testing. 🧵 2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 23/09/2026
Tracy Milgram, Founder & CEO of BRCA Strong, never expected breast cancer to become part of her story. But by age 21, she had already undergone three lumpectomies to remove benign breast lumps—and shortly after, she learned she carried the BRCA2 genetic mutation. 🧵 1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 22/09/2026
Now cancer-free, Jackie urges others to get checked and raises awareness about the warning signs of Lynch syndrome-related cancers. Her main message? Listen to your body and push for answers. Read more: 🧵2/2 preventcancer.org/article/i-ha...
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What Lynch Syndrome Means for Your Cancer Risk
Jacqueline Wendel found out she had Lynch Syndrome shortly after her uterine cancer diagnosis. Her message is to always listen to your body.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 22/09/2026
Jackie Wendel was diagnosed with uterine cancer at 30 years old. Because of her family history of Lynch syndrome, she knew to be vocal about her symptoms. 🧵1/2
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 21/09/2026
That’s why staying on top of routine screening matters. Here’s what you need to know about ILC: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/article/what...
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Lobular Breast Cancer: What to Know
Invasive lobular breast cancer (ILC) is the second most common type of breast cancer. Symptoms of ILC may occur without a physical lump felt.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 21/09/2026
ILC can be harder to spot on standard mammograms, and while symptoms can look similar to other breast cancers, ILC often doesn’t typically show up as a lump you can feel. 🧵 2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 21/09/2026
Are you familiar with lobular breast cancer? It’s actually the second-most common breast cancer diagnosis in the United States. Invasive lobular breast cancer (ILC) starts in the lobules (where milk is made) and is often diagnosed at later stages. 🧵 1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 18/09/2026
A very special thank you to our Gala co-chairs, committee members, sponsors, volunteers and Foundation staff for making this event possible. Learn more about this year’s gala at the link in the comments: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/news/prevent...
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Prevent Cancer Foundation Raises Over $2 Million at Annual Gala
On September 16, the Prevent Cancer Foundation® welcomed over 800 guests to celebrate Puerto Rico at its 32nd Annual Gala.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 18/09/2026
We were joined by Honorary Gala Co-Chairs: Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González-Colón and Rep. Pablo José Hernández Rivera (D-P.R.) Congratulations to the 2026 cancer champion award winners: Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Rep. Richard Neal (D-Mass.). 🧵 2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 18/09/2026
The 32nd Annual #PreventCancerGala was a success! Thank you to all who attended, donated or bid on silent auction items to support the Foundation’s work and help us raise over $2 million to fund critical cancer prevention & early detection work. 🧵 1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 17/09/2026
Although there is no definitive data yet on their link to colorectal or oral cancers, their popularity among adolescents raises concerns about lifelong nicotine product use, including cigarettes. Read more: 🧵2/2 preventcancer.org/article/nico...
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Are Nicotine Pouches Linked To Cancer Risk?
Nicotine pouches are not linked directly to cancer, but they are popular with youths, and can lead to lifelong nicotine use.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 17/09/2026
They’re small, they’re convenient and they’re making their way into young people’s pockets: Nicotine pouches. Containing the same addictive chemical as tobacco, these products pose real health risks. 🧵1/2
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 16/09/2026
Learn more about #PreventCancerGala & how you can support the Foundation: preventcancer.org/events/annua...
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Prevent Cancer Foundation Annual Gala
The Annual Gala is the Foundation’s signature fundraising event to support cancer prevention and early detection programs and initiatives.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 16/09/2026
Grateful to all the #PreventCancerGala sponsors who share our commitment to a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 16/09/2026
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, @amgen.bsky.social, and to our Emerald sponsors, @bristolmyerssquibb.bsky.social and @grailbio.bsky.social.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 16/09/2026
Tonight’s celebration of our efforts in cancer prevention and early detection would not be possible without the generous support of the #PreventCancerGala sponsors.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 15/09/2026
Looking forward to seeing you all there! Thank you for the support. 💚
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Cizzle Bio, Inc. @cizzlebio.com · 14/09/2026
On September 16, Cizzle Bio will join the @preventcancer.org 2026 Annual Gala in Washington, D.C. We’re proud to support the event with a Bronze-Level pledge, and our Founder and CEO, Bill Behnke, is serving on the Gala Committee and assisted in securing key sponsors. go.cizzlebio.com/fd3xDf
Puerto Rico-themed artwork for the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s 2026 Annual Gala, proudly supported by Cizzle Bio, on September 16 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 14/09/2026
Good luck to all the women and femme speedrunners competing in #FlameFatales 2026! 🔥
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 10/09/2026
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Congressional Families Program visits Puerto Rico - Prevent Cancer Foundation
The Congressional Families Program visited Puerto Rico to meet the recipients of $100,000 grants to increase cancer prevention and early detection.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 10/09/2026
Check out this throwback to March 2025, when @preventcancer.org’s #CongressionalFamilies Program visited San Juan to meet with two patient navigation community partners, VOCES Coalición de Inmunización y Promoción de la Salud and @migrantclinicians.bsky.social 🧵2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 10/09/2026
We are excited to honor Puerto Rico at #PreventCancerGala next week! We're celebrating the territory for all their work and accomplishments in cancer prevention and early detection. 🧵1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 09/09/2026
And don’t worry—we're still bringing you the latest news, resources and expert guidance with our monthly digital newsletter, Earl’s World! Subscribe today: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/newsletter-s...
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 09/09/2026
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Prevent Cancer Foundation newsletter
Information on routine cancer screenings and changing guidelines, ways to improve your health and wellness, and so much more.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 09/09/2026
The latest issue of Cancer Prevention Works is available now—for the last time! Learn about widening cancer prevention gaps in rural America, how microplastics may affect cancer risk and what to know about the blood-based colorectal screening test. 🧵 1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 03/09/2026
Our tips? Keep a travel-sized sunscreen in your car, carry lip balm with broad spectrum and SPF 30+, wear protective clothing whenever possible and get your skin checked annually by a health care provider. Read more before you hit the road: 🧵3/3 preventcancer.org/article/wear...
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Should you wear sunscreen when driving? Car windows fall short on UV protection, study says
Whether your windows are up or down, you can be exposed to UVA rays while driving. Here are a few tips to protect yourself.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 03/09/2026
Unlike the windshield, your car’s side windows lack a plastic layer responsible for blocking UVA rays (which make up 95% of UV radiation and penetrate the layers of skin more deeply), making you more vulnerable to sun damage while driving. 🧵2/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 03/09/2026
Car keys? Check. Sunglasses? Check. Sunscreen...? You need it! A study published in 2016 found that side windows in cars are not effective in blocking some ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. 🧵1/3
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 02/09/2026
He now urges men to get their PSA blood test done to screen for prostate cancer and pay attention to their health. Read more about Haywood's story: 🧵 2/2 preventcancer.org/article/this...
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Spencer Haywood’s Prostate Cancer Screening Message
As a Black male with a family history of prostate cancer, Haywood was at increased risk. Now, he urges the importance of early detection.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 02/09/2026
“It’s not a big deal—it’s a PSA check.” That's what @nba.com Hall of Famer @Spencer Haywood has to say about men avoiding their routine prostate cancer screenings. After being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013, Haywood has a new purpose and perspective on life. 🧵1/2
Spencer Haywood and Prevent Cancer Foundation staff member, Kyra Meister, at the NBA Total Health Fair presented by Evernorth Health Services on December 14, 2025 at the Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by David L. Nemec.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 31/08/2026
When life gets busy, it’s easy for your health to fall to the bottom of the to-do list—but it doesn’t have to! Get your personalized screening plan from @preventcancer.org and take the guesswork out of cancer screening: preventcancer.org/plan
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Cancer screening quiz – See the screenings you need
Early detection equals better outcomes! Take this short cancer screening quiz and see what screenings you need.
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 27/08/2026
Read Rick’s story: 🧵 3/3 preventcancer.org/article/rick...
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‘Rick, you have cancer.’ What a wife and daughter want you to know about HPV - Prevent Cancer Foundation
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Prevent Cancer Foundation @preventcancer.org · 27/08/2026
After losing Rick in 2019, Jen couldn’t help but wonder whether HPV vaccination might have made a difference. Today, she and her daughter share his story to encourage others to get vaccinated and pay attention to symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored. 🧵 2/3
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