#DYK more than two-thirds of all new #cancers are diagnosed in adults 60 years and older. Know the warning signs, how to prevent some cancers and reduce your risk for others, and when to get screened. cdc.gov/cancer/index.h…

A recent study from the UK Markey Cancer Center reminds us of the importance of screening and early detection. Cancer screenings may have been missed, or delayed during the COVID-19 Pandemic, now is the time to catch up.

Still thinking about those New Year's resolutions? Now is the perfect time to include healthy habits. Making these healthy choices can also reduce your risk of cancer. #NationalCancerPreventionMonth

Today is International #HPVAwarenessDay! Protect your kids from several kinds of #cancer by getting them vaccinated against HPV at age 11-12. cdc.gov/hpv/parents/va…

🚨 March is a month dedicated to raising awareness about Colon Cancer Screening. Knowledge is power! Talk to your doctor about screening options, or schedule your screening today. Request an appointment here: ukhealthcare.uky.edu/appointment #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth

Screening saves lives. #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth

In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, learn about the importance of colorectal cancer screenings and why they should be a priority for everyone. uknow.uky.edu/uk-healthcare/…

Join us to Celebrate survivorship and remembrance at the Colors of Cancer event. #survivor #survivorship #survivorshipcelebration #colorsofcancer

🚨 Knowledge is power. Know the symptoms Take control of your health and talk with your doctor about screening options. Raise awareness and save lives! 🌟 #KnowledgeIsPower #CRCScreeningMonth #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth #KnowYourRisk #ScreeningSavesLives

💙 Join the movement! It’s #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth. Share this post, encourage others to get screened, and let's make a positive impact on colon health! KCP-East #HealthAwareness #KYCancerProgram #ScreeningSavesLives

This month is #coloncancerawarenessmonth. We are spreading the word about #screening and #riskreduction

March is all about prioritizing our health! Talk to your doctor about the best screening option for you and inspire others to do the same. You can also schedule an appointment here ukhealthcare.uky.edu/appointment 💪💙 #PreventCRC #ScreeningMonth #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth

New cases of #ColorectalCancer in people under the age of 50 have been rising. Researchers have identified four warning signs that they believe may help identify colorectal cancer early in younger adults. spr.ly/6012ZOLmI #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth

There are several #ColorectalCancer screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you. bit.ly/3pV2xeM #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

“Identifying mutations that can be targeted with specific drugs is one of the biggest advances to cancer treatment in our generation” Jill Kolesar, PhD. Watch to learn more about Dr. Kolesar and what motivated her to become a cancer researcher. bit.ly/3TIAjoK

It may not be a walk in the park, but the Strollin’ Through the Colon event at @UK_Healthcare focused on colon health and screening options. Markey Cancer Center and KCP-East brought the 12-foot inflatable colon to the Albert B. Chandler Hospital lobby for Colon Cancer Awareness Month.

Celebrate Mother's Day with a Mammogram! A Mother's Day message from Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman. Visit kcp.uky.edu for more information.

Your family members may share genes, habits, and environments that can affect your risk of getting #cancer. Do you have a higher #cancer risk? Share your family health history with your doctor to find out. bit.ly/4an6eRN

Recently published in JAMA Network, Markey Cancer Center's Todd Burus, led research on access to proton therapy centers and where there are gaps in access. Learn more on what challenges patients face in accessing care. bit.ly/4d1CxYH

Ask about the HPV vaccine at your child's next doctor visit. #backtoschool #HPV #HPVvaccine