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Below are selected publications and materials related to cancer. Please note the year of publication may be later than the year(s) the data represent.

2010 Publications and Materials

1999–2006 United States Cancer Statistics (USCS): Incidence and Mortality Web-based Report (4/15/10)
This year's report features information on more than one million invasive cancer cases diagnosed during 2006 among residents of 48 states, 6 metropolitan areas, and the District of Columbia — geographic areas in which about 96% of the U.S. population reside.

Providing Quality Cancer Data
Cancer registries, supported by CDC and the National Cancer Institute, collect information about cancer cases diagnosed and deaths from cancer to understand and address the nation's cancer burden.

Breast Cancer Websites Need Updating to Motivate Women: Research Summary (2/24/10)
These results indicated that changes are needed for the majority of breast cancer websites in order to motivate women toward healthy preventative breast cancer behaviors. Breast cancer websites can be improved by employing strategies from three theories to encourage behavior change.

Cancer, the Flu, and You What Cancer Patients and Survivors Should Know About the Flu (2/24/10)
Living with cancer increases your risk for complications from the flu. If you have cancer now or have had cancer in the past, you are at higher risk for complications from both seasonal and 2009 H1N1 flu (also called influenza or "swine flu"), including hospitalization and death.

Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis in Hispanic Women - Indiana, 2006-2008 (1/11/10)
Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is a rare inflammatory breast lesion of unknown etiology that occurs in women of childbearing age; only a few hundred cases have been reported worldwide. A breast cancer mimic, IGM also is diagnosed by breast biopsy. On December 12, 2008, a physician in Indianapolis, Indiana, reported a cluster of seven IGM diagnoses in multigravid Hispanic women, an unusually high number.

2009 Publications and Materials

Breast Cancer Screening: The Right to Know (11/12/09)
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. And living with a disability does not make you immune. Know the facts about breast cancer and why you need to make screening a regular part of your health care.

Assessing the Burden of HPV-Associated Cancers in the United States (1/27/09)
Cancer registry data is used to estimate how many HPV-associated cancers occurred in the United States before the release of the HPV vaccine and to examine current patterns in the distribution of these cancers. Six articles are in this journal supplement.

Biomarker Test Not Ready for Routine Clinical Use (1/27/09)
Experts respond to a new study on diagnostic markers for the early detection of ovarian cancer. CDC states that although this study makes an important contribution, more research is needed before the OvaSure test is accepted into clinical practice for screening women in the general population or for women at ‘‘high risk’’ of ovarian cancer.

2008 Publications and Materials

Women- Be Aware: Podcast (11/20/08)
This podcast discusses the five main types of gynecologic cancer: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar.

Good News about Breast Cancer: Podcast (11/20/08)
Dr. Sherri Stewart talks about a study she and her CDC colleagues recently completed. In this study, Dr. Stewart examines rates of breast cancer diagnoses among women in the United States from 1999 to 2003. Both in situ and invasive female breast cancer rates have been decreasing in recent years, with a sharper decline occurring from 2002 to 2003.

What Works to Promote Cancer Screening (11/20/08)
The Community Guide conducted systematic reviews of interventions designed to improve early detection and control of cancer by increasing screenings for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer.

African-American Women and Mass Media Campaign (11/20/08)
The African-American Women and Mass Media pilot campaign uses radio and print media to make more women aware of the importance of getting mammograms to find breast cancer early. The campaign is being piloted in Savannah and Macon, Georgia.

Ovarian Cancer (6/23/08)
Ovarian cancer often causes signs and symptoms. Learn more about these signs and symptoms. See your doctor, nurse, or other health care professional if you have any of them every day for two weeks or longer.

Statistics: Cancer among Women (6/23/08)
This web page summarizes the latest statistics on cancer diagnosis and mortality among women of various racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Breast Cancer (6/23/08)
Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. Learn about breast cancer and find out if you qualify for a low-cost mammogram.

Breast Cancer Screening (Mammogram) (6/23/08)
A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. Mammograms are the best method to detect breast cancer early when it is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms.

Cervical Cancer and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) (6/23/08)
Almost all cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that can be passed from one person to another during sex. Learn more about HPV and the vaccine against it.

Cervical Cancer Screening (Pap Test) (6/23/08)
Cervical cancer is the easiest female cancer to prevent, with regular screening tests and follow-up. Learn about the two tests that can help prevent cervical cancer or find it early: the Pap test and the HPV test.

Colorectal (Colon) Cancer (6/23/08)
Colorectal cancer affects both men and women of all racial and ethnic groups, and is most often found in people aged 50 years or older. When colorectal cancer is found early and treated, the 5-year relative survival rate is 90%.

Gynecologic Cancer (6/23/08)
CDC provides information and educational materials to raise awareness about the five major gynecologic (women's) cancers: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar.

Economics of Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening (5/11/08)
CDC is coordinating a cost effectiveness analysis of 68 programs that offer breast and cervical cancer screenings for uninsured and underinsured women. Results of this study will help identify which approaches to delivery of screening services can yield the most efficient use of resources.

Easy Read Don't Pass on this Test Podcast (4/30/08)
In the United States, adults over age 50 years are at greatest risk for colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Dr. Djenaba Joseph discusses the importance of regular screening tests, early detection, and knowing warning signs, including a change in bowel habits, blood in the stool, and abdominal pain.

Easy Read Gynecologic Cancer Awareness: Inside Knowledge Campaign (3/26/08)
This campaign will raise awareness of the five main types of gynecologic cancer: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. When gynecologic cancers are found early, treatment is most effective. It is important for women to pay attention to their bodies and know what is normal for them so that they can recognize the warning signs of gynecologic cancers.

Easy Read Cervical Cancer Awareness (2/14/08)
Six out of ten cervical cancers occur in women who have never had a Pap test or have not been screened in the past five years. Regular Pap tests lower a woman's risk of cervical cancer because they can find problems early, before cancer ever develops.

2007 Publications and Materials

Good News about Breast Cancer Podcast (12/20/07)
Both in situ and invasive female breast cancer rates have been decreasing in recent years, with a sharper decline occurring from 2002 to 2003. Decreases in 2003 occurred primarily among women aged greater than or equal to 50 years. Future studies should focus on determining potential causes for these decreases.

Easy Read Regular Screening Prevents Colorectal Cancer Podcast (10/9/07)
This four-minute podcast focuses on the prevention of colorectal cancer and screening. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. It affects men and women from all racial and ethnic groups but is most common in people 50 and older. Colorectal cancer is preventable.

Common Questions about HPV and Cervical Cancer: For Women Who Have HPV (8/31/07)
This sheet answers 15 questions about HPV and cervical cancer, including how to prevent infection, testing, talking to a partner about HPV, and the HPV vaccine.

Decline in Breast Cancer Incidence- United States, 1999-2003 (7/27/07)
Incidence rates for invasive breast cancer decreased each year during 1999-2003, with the greatest decrease (6.1%) occurring from 2002 to 2003; women older than 50 years experienced a significant decrease during this period. Future studies should focus on determining potential causes for these decreases.

Breast Cancer Continuing Medical Education Program (7/27/07)
CDC has teamed with Medscape™ from WebMD™ to develop an online continuing medical education (CME) program called Follow Up of Abnormal Clinical and Imaging Findings of the Breast: Five Self-Study Modules for Primary Care Clinicians. The five self-directed, interactive training modules are designed to educate clinicians on providing appropriate and timely care to women with early signs of breast cancer, and to train physicians on the latest evidence, protocols, and guidelines around detecting breast cancer.

Easy Read Understanding Breast Health (2/1/07)
This basic two-page fact sheet describes the parts of the breast and answers common questions about breast cancer, including: what causes breast lumps, how can I tell if I have breast cancer, is breast cancer the most common cause of death for women, what increases my chance of getting breast cancer, is there a test to look for breast cancer, why should I have a mammogram, when should I get a mammogram, where can I get a mammogram, and who can I talk to if I have questions.

Easy Read Understanding Mammograms (2/1/07)
This basic two-page fact sheet shows what a mammogram looks like and explains when you should get one. It also answers the following questions: what is a mammogram, why should I get a mammogram, when should I get a mammogram, how is a mammogram done, what does having a mammogram feel like, what does a mammogram look like, when will I get results, what happens if my mammogram is normal, what happens if my mammogram is abnormal, where can I get a mammogram, and who can I talk to if I have questions.

Easy Read Mammograms and Breast Health (2/1/07)
This 20-page brochure provides detailed information about breast health, breast cancer, and mammograms, and includes a list of resources for further information.

Use of Mammograms among Women Aged 40 Years and Older- United States, 2000-2005 (2/1/07)
Although mammogram use increased substantially during the 1990s, results from a recent cohort study of health maintenance organization members revealed declining screening rates during 1999-2002. This report describes Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System findings that indicate a similar decreasing trend in self-reported use of mammograms among women aged 40 years and older during 2000-2005. Continued declines in mammography use might result in increased breast cancer mortality.

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