Listen up! It’s Men’s Health Month and we’re here to help you stay healthy and ahead of cancer. According to @preventcancer.org’s 2026 Early Detection Survey, nearly half of men who are behind on at least one cancer screening aren’t sure when they need to get screened. 🧵1/2

A new Grantmaker Profile features the Prevent Cancer Foundation, created to help shift the cancer landscape from a solution-based to a prevention-focused perspective in hopes of sparing others from the pain and suffering caused by cancer. Learn more about the foundation’s work 👇

National Cancer Survivors Day is a reminder of why we fight every day for better health outcomes. Congratulations to every survivor! 🧵1/3

Give your cheese cravings a healthier twist with these five choices we recommend 🧀: cottage, goat, Swiss, Parmesan and part-skim mozzarella 🧵1/2

Casey Kroner served as a Marine Corps member in Iraq where he was exposed to toxins, including burn pits, which have been studied for increasing cancer risk. After his time serving, Casey started noticing pain that eventually landed him in the emergency room. 🧵1/3

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 We’re here to help everyone stay healthy and ahead of cancer. 🧵1/3

Join us next month for the 2026 Prevent Cancer Advocacy Workshop! Hear from these speakers on how community-centered approaches can deepen trust and support access to preventive services. Register for free today: teamavm.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

If you’re tatted up, listen up! For healed tattoos, SPF, shade and moisturizer are your best friends. Limiting sun exposure and protecting your tattooed and non-tattooed skin will keep the color crisp and your skin healthy. 🧵1/2

Tanning beds are making a comeback, but they pose serious risks to your skin and your overall health. People who first use a tanning bed before age 35 increase their risk for melanoma by 75%. 🧵1/3

ICYMI: @washingtonpost.com released an article this morning sharing details of a study indicating marathons & ultramarathons may be linked to colon cancer. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202... Here’s what we want you to know: 🧵 (1/4)

Ever hear of the base burn or base tan? This phenomenon says your first burn of the summer will turn into a tan that protects your skin for the rest of the season. We’re here to tell you that it won’t and why it’s so dangerous. 🧵1/3

Something’s in the air—and it may be your candles and air fresheners. Should you think twice about the vapors they release into your home? 🧵1/3

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States—but it’s also one of the most preventable. Here’s what a dermatologist wants you to know: 🧵1/3

Registration is open for the 2026 @preventcancer.org Advocacy Workshop! Join us for this free, virtual event on Tuesday, June 16 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET, as we explore how to build trust and help move patients from skepticism to screening. 🧵1/2

The latest edition of Cancer Prevention Works is out now! Explore some of the latest innovations in cancer screening, and see what our 2026 Early Detection Survey reveals about the latest trends in screening behaviors across the U.S. Get your copy today: preventcancer.org/newsletter-s...

Hepatitis C is the most common blood-borne infection in the United States and is a leading cause of liver cancer. The good news: The virus is curable and treatment can reduce your risk of liver cancer by 75%. 🧵1/3

For @preventcancer.org’s own CEO, Jody Hoyos, the constant reminders and encouragements from the Foundation to get skin checks finally hit home and pushed her to make an appointment. 🧵1/3

What are microplastics and how do they affect your cancer risk? These tiny but persistent pollutants can be found all over our environment and can occasionally enter our bodies. 🧵1/2

Lung cancer rates are rising in people who have never picked up a cigarette—especially among Asian American women. But what is causing this alarming trend? 🧵1/3

Cancer prevention & early detection matter at every age—and earlier than many people realize. For young women, routine cancer screenings begin at 21, but protecting your health starts long before that. 🧵1/3

Welcome to #PreventCancerDialogue 2026! We are so thrilled to see everyone in person engaging with one another on important topics and listening to expert speakers on what's new in cancer prevention and early detection and how to make progress. 🧵1/2

#PreventCancerDialogue 2026 has officially kicked off, and it would not be possible without this year’s sponsors. Thank you for your generous support.

Only two weeks left to apply for a @preventcancer.org Impact Grant! As we remain committed to funding research & community projects dedicated to advancing cancer prevention & early detection, this grant cycle is focused on addressing critical gaps that limit early detection. 🧵1/2

Read more about all the ways you can keep yourself and your loved ones’ skin healthy this summer and year-round: 🧵2/2 preventcancer.org/article/diff...

Spray, stick, lotion, powder—what’s the difference? There are many kinds of sunscreen, so it can be overwhelming when choosing and using the best option for protecting your skin. 🧵1/2

There are plenty common misconceptions when it comes to skin cancer. Do you think sunlight is the only source of vitamin D or that you don’t need sunscreen on a cloudy day? FALSE! 🧵1/2

May is here and we want you to check your skin! During Skin Cancer Awareness Month, learn how to protect your skin every day, what to look for during self-checks and when to talk with a doctor. 🧵1/2

It’s been an incredible month of sharing the importance of cancer prevention and early detection. Thanks to you, we can dare to imagine a world in which cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all. 🧵1/2

Last chance to register for the #PreventCancerDialogue! You can immerse yourself in information-rich presentations, facilitated conversations, relationship-building and more. Register TODAY: web.cvent.com/event/7cf87d...

Last week, we celebrated Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month at our annual #CongressionalFamilies Program Spring Reception on Capitol Hill. 🧵1/3

Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of several types of cancer—and the more you drink (especially if you drink regularly over time), the more you increase your risk of developing alcohol-associated cancer. 🧵1/2

ICYMI: A bipartisan group of lawmakers, led by Rep. Max Miller (Ohio), introduced a resolution recognizing April as Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month. 🧵1/3

Apply for a @preventcancer.org Impact Grant! By advancing research for cancers without current U.S. guideline-recommended screening methods, and supporting rural organizations doing critical work in their communities, we can achieve better health outcomes for all.

What a great evening in celebration of the progress made in advancing cancer prevention & early detection—and all that’s to come! Learn more about Congressional Families: preventcancer.org/education-ou...

Martha Hill, member of the @preventcancer.org Congressional Families Program and spouse of Rep. French Hill, gave an update on her work with @uamshealth.bsky.social.

Dr. Candace Johnson, President/CEO of @roswellpark.bsky.social, accepted the Visionary Award. Congratulations to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center!

Katie Kennedy, member of the @preventcancer.org #CongressionalFamilies Program and spouse of Rep. Tim Kennedy, introduces the recipient of this year’s Carolyn “Bo” Aldigé Visionary Award.

"Not all cancers can be prevented or detected early—yet; but we can take what we know about reducing our risk and putting that into action.” - Jody Hoyos, @preventcancer.org CEO on the importance of raising awareness for cancer prevention and early detection.

Executive Director of the #CongressionalFamiliesProgram Lisa McGovern welcomes the honorees, members of Congress, partners and other attendees to this year’s reception.

We're excited to celebrate Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month at the #CongressionalFamilies Program’s Spring Reception tonight on Capitol Hill!

@preventcancer.org CEO Jody Hoyos recently spoke with NCODA about the importance of cancer prevention and early detection within cancer care, emphasizing the need to expand access to knowledge on routine screenings. 🧵1/2

Does running cause cancer? No, but running extreme distances frequently may be tied to an increased risk of colorectal cancer. 🧵1/3

Life gets busy and when it comes to the appointments you need to prioritize your health, it can be hard to remember to schedule them—but it doesn’t have to be. 🧵1/2

Explore the entangled lives of two families across thirty years in As Dusk Falls. The Humble 15 Golden Tales bundle supports @preventcancer.org | https://bit.ly/4sppgji

Cancer—a word that can carry anger, sadness, frustration and also confusion. We want to share openly what cancer can mean for different people. Check out a few common myths and what we have to say about them: preventcancer.org/article/comm...

#PreventCancerDialogue 2026 is less than one month away! Don’t forget to register to learn more about innovation at the community level, using AI to address patient care, current trends in cancer prevention and so much more. web.cvent.com/event/7cf87d...

April is Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month! Routine screenings can lead to #BetterOutcomes for your health—that means more treatment options, more healthy days ahead and more time with the people you love. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ob5VAP @preventcancer.org#BetterOutcomes

@preventcancer.org’s 2027 Impact Grants cycle is now open! This cycle is focused on addressing critical gaps that limit early detection, as we remain committed to funding research & community projects dedicated to advancing cancer prevention & early detection. 🧵1/2

‪We loved seeing everyone get their green on last week! Thank you to all who participated and spread awareness about the importance of cancer prevention and early detection. 💚

Thank you for a great day filled with GREEN and GIVING. 💚 Your support was the key to ensuring we can honor our commitment to cancer prevention & early detection.