NewYork-Presbyterian Cancer Prevention Issue 7: Cancer Prevention for Consumers | Issue Seven

Aging and Cancer

Sat, 07 Apr 2006 17:21:00 GMT

A Timeless Concern for Prevention Efforts
Although cancer occurs at all ages, the highest incidence and mortality rates occur in those over 65 years of age. Research continues to assess the best prevention and early detection efforts in this age group. [more]

Nicotine Vaccine: A Promising Treatment for Nicotine Addiction

Thu, 26 Apr 2006 15:33:00 GMT

Unfortunately, for many people Mark Twain’s quip about quitting smoking is a frustrating reality. Nicotine, a naturally found drug in tobacco, is the culprit. The person becomes physically and psychologically dependent on this substance, which can be as addictive as cocaine or heroin when inhaled, making it very difficult to give up smoking. [more]

Promoting a State of Prevention

Sat, 07 Apr 2006 14:45:00 GMT

The Pennsylvania Cancer Control Consortium (PAC3) is an initiative formed in 2001 to reduce the human and economic burden of cancer by creating the first-ever Pennsylvania Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan. PAC3 represents more than 800 individuals and 250 public, private, academic, and volunteer organizations and is based on the premise that working together is the only way to develop an effective plan for cancer control. [more]

Smoke-Free Workplace States

Sat, 07 Apr 2006 14:36:00 GMT

Washington is the ninth state to adopt a comprehensive, statewide smoke-free workplace law that includes restaurants and bars. [more]