Let’s Talk About Blood Cancers

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Cities around the country are Turning It Red in support!

Every three minutes someone in the United States is diagnosed with a blood cancer. Blood cancers account for approximately 10% of all cancers in the United States and include lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma. Each type has it’s own set of symptoms, typical age at diagnosis, and risk factors. Blood cancers can be slow and chronic, with little to no symptoms for years, or they can be fast-growing and acute, having more pronounced symptoms. There are no known ways to prevent blood cancers.

If you have a family history of blood cancer or have had high exposure to radiation, please see you doctor to discuss risk factors and what you should know.

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