The Great American Health Challenge

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Challenge

Learn more about the Great American Health Challenge and ways to reduce your cancer risk!

Advocacy

Together we can be successful in eliminating suffering and death due to cancer.

Get Active Articles on Cancer.org

The Power of Fruits and Vegetables
Learn how to fit at least five servings of cancer-fighting fruits and vegetables into your day—including quick, tasty snacks.
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Seven Fitness Habits for Highly Effective Families
A little action every day makes a big impact on your health.
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News from the ACS News Center

Report: Over 100,000 Cancers Linked to Excess Body Fat
Researchers have known being overweight puts people at an increased risk of some types of cancer. New data highlights the extent of the problem.

FDA Approves New Leukemia Drug
This week the FDA granted fast-track approval of ofatumumab (Arzerra) for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).

ACS Report Addresses Environmental Pollutants and Cancer Risk
A new report clarifies the Society's role in understanding the impact of environmental carcinogens on cancer risk.

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Staying Active

You can have more energy, feel better, and lower your stress level . . . all while reducing your risk of disease. Find activities to fit your lifestyle and ideas for raising active kids as well as staying motivated yourself.

Meet Our Virtual Trainer

Get tips, tools, and resources, to help you maintain a physically active lifestyle.
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Fitting in Fitness

Did you know you benefit from even small amounts of moderate activity throughout the day? Regular physical activity is easier to fit in than you may realize and can significantly lower your lifetime risk for cancer—and heart disease and diabetes, too.
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Make Exercise Work for You

Learn how to choose activities right for you, to exercise for weight control, and to stay motivated.
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Kids on the Move