Cancer Podcasts

Take a Moment for a Mammogram (December 2012)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (2:49) or Short version (0:59)
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women. In this podcast, Dr. Lisa Richardson discusses the importance of women being screened regularly for breast cancer.

Defeating Breast Cancer (November 2012)
Podcast (1:15)
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States. Better screening and treatment have contributed to a decline in breast cancer deaths, but not all women have benefited equally. Learn how we all can help reduce breast cancer deaths.

Sun Proof (October 2012)
Podcast (3:37)
In this podcast for kids, the Kidtastics talk about the harmful effects of the sun and how to protect yourself from it.

Protect Your Skin (May 2012)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (5:11) or Short version (0:59)
As the days get warmer, many of us spend more time outside. Protecting skin from the sun should be a priority. In this podcast, Dawn Holman discusses ways to prevent skin cancer.

Steps You Can Take to Prevent Cancer (February 2012)
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This podcast discusses the main steps people can take to reduce their risk of getting cancer.

The Global Cancer Burden (February 2012)
Listen to this podcast (3:23)
This podcast describes the global burden of cancer and efforts by CDC and others to reduce that burden.

Catch Cancer Early (January 2012)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (3:57) or Short version (0:59)
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. However, advances in both detection and treatment of various cancers have made surviving much more likely. In this podcast, Dr. Sallyann Coleman King discusses the importance of getting regular cancer screenings.

Prevent Infections During Chemotherapy (October 2011)
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This podcast discusses the importance of preventing infections in cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy. Dr. Lisa Richardson, CDC oncologist, talks about a new Web site for cancer patients and their caregivers.

Melanoma Surveillance in the United States (October 2011)
These podcasts accompany a supplement produced by CDC and published by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, focusing on melanoma surveillance, trends, and survival rates.
• Collecting Melanoma Data [4:46]
• The Economic Burden of Melanoma [5:04]
• Melanoma, Ultraviolet Radiation, and Socioeconomic Status [5:25]

CDC Radio - Warning Signs of Gynecologic Cancer Public Service Announcements
Be Brave PSA (:60)
I Had PSA (:60)
I Had PSA (:30)
My Story PSA (:60)
My Story PSA (:30)

Colorectal Cancer: What You Need to Know (July 2011)
Podcast (1:20) or Public service announcement (1:00)
Colorectal cancer kills about 50,000 men and women every year. Screening can save lives!

Beating Cancer (March 2011)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (3:21) or Short version (0:59)
Since 1971, the number of cancer survivors in the U.S. has nearly quadrupled. In this podcast, Dr. Arica White discusses the importance of early detection in surviving cancer.

CDC Radio - Colorectal Cancer Screening Public Service Announcements
Message from Terrence Howard: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:60)
Message from Terrence Howard: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:20)
Message from Jimmy Smits: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:30)
Message from Jimmy Smits: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:20)
Message from Morgan Freeman: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:60)
Message from Morgan Freeman: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:30)
Message from Morgan Freeman: Screening for Colorectal Cancer PSA (:15)

Cervical Cancer Screening for Health Professionals (June 2010)
Natural History of HPV and Cervical Cancer (8:14)
Costs Associated with Cervical Cancer Screening (9:15)
Management of Cervical Cytology with HPV Test (10:34)
Cervical Cancer Screening with HPV Test (14:53)
HPV Testing Among Providers (10:40)
ACOG Recommendations and Guidelines for Cervical Cancer Screening and Management* (10:45)
Case Studies – Cervical Cancer (8:31)
Cervical Cancer Screening in Underserved Populations (9:00)
Future Directions – Cervical Cancer (10:07)

*The ACOG guidelines were updated after this podcast was created.

Soak Up the Sun (June 2009)
Listen to this podcast (4:22)
This podcast discusses skin cancer and ways to protect yourself and your family.

Cancer: Help for the Uninsured (May 2009)
Listen to this podcast (2:17)
This podcast discusses resources for people who have cancer and are underinsured or have no health insurance.

Women: Be Aware (September 2008)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (3:37) or Short version (0:59)
These podcasts discuss National Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, which highlights the five types of cancers unique to women: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar.

Kick the Habit (September 2008)
Listen to this podcast: Long version (3:56) or Short version (0:59)
Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of disease and premature death in the United States. These podcasts discuss tobacco-related illnesses and how they can be prevented.

Each MP3 audio file is 59 seconds long and about 1 megabyte in size.

What cancer survivors can teach
May 2, 2013

Warding off cancer, the heart-healthy way
April 26, 2013

Testing beats cancer
March 6, 2013

Checking melanoma apps
February 15, 2013

Smoking, drinking and pancreatic cancer
December 21, 2012

More Cancer HealthBeat Podcasts

Each MP3 audio file is 59 seconds long and about 1 megabyte in size.

Cancer Awareness in the African American Community
May 2013

Why All Americans Should Care About Cancer Disparities
April 2013

African Americans and Colorectal Cancer
March 2013

Colorectal Cancer and Asian Americans
March 2013

Impact of Cancer and Other Health Disparities on All Americans
February 2013