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Stark Differences in Global Breast Cancer Rates Underscore Role of US Lifestyle in Risk, Say Experts Five Ways to Prevent the Freshmen 15 Latest Increase in US Obesity Rate Will Mean More Cancers, Experts Warn energy density and maintaining a healthy weight, Eating Less Dense for Weight Control AICR 2010 Research Conference on Food, Nutrition, Physical Activity and Cancer
October 21 & 22, 2010, Special Price Before Sept 17th 1/3 of Cancers are Preventable Help for Patients and Survivors Making Sense of the Science

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We fund cutting-edge research and give people practical tools and information to help them prevent – and survive – cancer.

Scientists estimate that about a third of the most common cancers could be prevented by eating a healthy diet, being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight.

Tobacco use is a separate risk factor that is itself responsible for one-third of all cancer deaths.

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Latest Increase in US Obesity Rate Will Mean More Cancers, Experts Warn

Approximately 26.7 percent of the US adult population, or 72.5 million people, are now obese. Experts at AICR say this increase may well result in a corresponding increase in the national cancer rate in years to come.

2010 AICR Research Conference: Register Now

2010 AICR Research Conference

The Annual AICR Research Conference on Food, Nutrition, Physical Activity and Cancer will be held October 21 & 22, 2010 in Washington, DC. View the program, read the speaker biographies and register.

Cancer Prevention

Reduce Your Cancer Risk

Tools and quizzes to help you make the small everyday changes that protect against cancer.

 

Cancer Resource

CancerResource

Help for cancer patients and survivors.

 

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Foods that Fight Cancer

Find out what current science says about the roles of certain foods, such as soy, flaxseed and green tea, in protecting our health.

 

Myth Busters

The New American Plate

A fresh way of looking at what you eat every day. Create meals that lower your risk for cancer and other chronic diseases and manage your weight, at the same time.

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Groom and bride holding hands... Are you or someone you know getting married?

Planning a wedding? This month, three wonderful couples planning their weddings have made AICR a part of the celebration by making a donation to the organization in lieu of traditional favors. AICR offers unique cards to inform guests of the couple’s commitment to fighting cancer. Order your free sample of AICR charity wedding favors.

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Homemade for Health: Cooking for Lower Cancer Risk

Homemade for Health: Cooking for Lower Cancer Risk

Order or view our latest brochure on healthy meals for weight management and long-term good health.

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Recipes from the AICR Test Kitchen

Every dish has been rigorously tested and approved by AICR recipe developers, dietitians and staff