Jimmy Buffett, the beloved singer-songwriter known for his sun-drenched songs, died Saturday at the age of 76 due to complications from Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer. His last performance was a surprise appearance in Rhode Island in early July, and he passed away at his home in Sag Harbor, New York. His death is a reminder of the importance of protecting oneself from the sun's UV rays to reduce the risk of skin cancer.
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Key takeaways: The FDA released new standards that could help more women detect breast cancer earlier. The new rules will require mammogram providers to notify…
A new report by the American Cancer Society has found that the rate of colorectal cancer diagnoses among adults younger than 55 has nearly doubled in the past two decades, with the proportion of cases increasing from 11% in 1995 to 20% in 2019 and the rate of advanced-stage colorectal cancer diagnoses increasing from 52% in the mid-2000s to 60% in 2019. The exact cause of the rise is unknown, but the American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk of colorectal cancer begin regular screening at age 45, and those at higher risk should begin screening at an earlier age.