Cancer

At Sharp, we understand that a diagnosis doesn’t define you. We also know that cancer care starts with prevention. Here, our team of medical oncologists, dietitians and experts share the latest in cancer news. Read inspirational patient stories, learn cancer-fighting tips and stay up-to-date on top technology.

From no symptoms to an unexpected cancer diagnosis

Dana Weinstein, 64, has no relatives with pancreatic cancer. In 2023, she was shocked to learn she had pancreatic cancer, as she also had no symptoms.

Think your kid would never smoke? Think again.

Every day, about 2,000 kids in the U.S. under age 18 try their first cigarette. Over 300 of them will become daily smokers.

How smoking alters your DNA

Smoking cigarettes is the top risk factor for developing lung cancer, but DNA may explain why some get the disease and others don’t.

Are lung cancer symptoms the same for men and women?

Lung cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in both men and women, but fatigue may be a more common symptom of the disease in women.

Benilda Morris adds color to her daughter's gravesite

Running through grief

Before losing her life to breast cancer at 32, Ronnell dreamed of completing the SoCal Triple Crown race series. Now, her mother, Benilda, runs in her honor.

Hands holding a package of birth control pills

Does taking birth control pills increase breast cancer risk?

The connection between breast cancer and the estrogen and progestin in birth control pills has long been debated.

How to recognize the signs of breast cancer

Regular mammograms are vital. But you can be your own best health advocate by also knowing the signs of breast cancer and taking action when needed.

Getting your first mammogram

Your first mammogram might seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn what to expect before, during and after your first breast cancer screening.

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