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Stopping Cancer. Saving Lives.
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
September 22, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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
September 21, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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
September 18, 2026 at 8:32 PM
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
September 17, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Tonight’s celebration of our efforts in cancer prevention and early detection would not be possible without the generous support of the #PreventCancerGala sponsors.
September 16, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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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.
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September 14, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Good luck to all the women and femme speedrunners competing in #FlameFatales 2026! 🔥
Everyone get your hiking gear ready, because #FlameFatales 2026 is officially LIVE, supporting Malala Fund!

Join us ALL WEEK at both gdq.gg/live AND youtube.com/gamesdonequick to support an incredible cause, as well as all of the amazing women and femmes in speedrunning!
September 14, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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
September 10, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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
September 9, 2026 at 5:46 PM
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
September 3, 2026 at 2:21 PM
“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
September 2, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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
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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August 31, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Jen Carlson’s life changed the moment her husband, Rick, was diagnosed with cancer. What started as a small cut in his mouth in 2018 turned out to be HPV-related tonsil cancer. 🧵 1/3
August 27, 2026 at 8:20 PM
73% of U.S. adults are behind on one or more of their routine cancer screenings, according to @preventcancer.org’s 2026 Early Detection Survey. Schedule your screenings today and share this message with someone who may need a nudge. Remember Early Detection = Better Outcomes.
August 26, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Could your grocery store choices help lower your cancer risk? Organic foods are often marketed as the “healthier” option in the fresh aisles, but do they really improve your health? 🧵1/3
August 25, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Before you crack open the grill or lay out your pre-dinner charcuterie board, here’s what we want you to know about processed meats. 🧵1/3
August 24, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Last call on the Rage Inducing Difficult Games bundle featuring:

- Grime Deluxe
- Jump King
- Getting Over It With Bennett Foddy
- and more! Supports @preventcancer.org | https://bit.ly/4wsBSsX
August 18, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Being overweight or obese can increase a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. Yet most people have no way to see how their personal risk might change with interventions like GLP-1 medications or lifestyle changes. That’s the gap Dr. Julia McGuinness is working to close. 🧵1/2
August 18, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Anyone who’s spent time on an artificial turf field knows the black pellets that follow you home. Crumb rubber is from recycled tires and has raised questions about safety in recent years. 🧵 1/2
August 17, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Reposted by Prevent Cancer Foundation
Time’s almost up on the Rage Inducing Difficult Games and games like:

- Grime Deluxe
- Jump King
- Getting Over It With Bennett Foddy
- and more! Supports @preventcancer.org | https://bit.ly/4wwnT5s
August 16, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Don’t throw away your shot! 💉Getting vaccinated against certain viruses like human papillomavirus (HPV) and hepatitis B can ultimately prevent cancer. Protect yourself and your children by getting vaccinated to stop cancer before it starts: preventcancer.org/prevention-s...
Vaccinations to help prevent cancer
Getting vaccinated against certain viruses can ultimately prevent cancer! Learn more about the impact of being vaccinated against HPV and hepatitis B.
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August 14, 2026 at 1:23 PM
ICYMI: @preventcancer.org strongly opposes President Trump’s decision to sign an executive order to change childhood vaccine recommendations. 🧵 1/3
August 11, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Do you wear teal for ovarian cancer awareness? You may be wondering if there's anything you can do to prevent this disease or detect it early. 🧵1/3
August 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Gen Z isn’t connecting the dots between prevention and early detection habits and their cancer risk, the 2026 @preventcancer.org Early Detection Survey shows. 🧵 1/3
August 10, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Raise your hand if you smoke and feel like there's no point in quitting now! 🙋 You're not alone in that belief, but it's one of the biggest myths surrounding lung cancer risk. 🧵1/2
August 7, 2026 at 1:47 PM