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An older man talking with a clinician on a video visit about a breast cancer concern
CancerScreenings

Men Get Breast Cancer Too: Signs, Risks, and When to Get Checked

Breast cancer in men is rare but real. Learn the signs, who is at higher risk, and why getting a change checked fast matters.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A woman reviewing medical bills and paperwork at her kitchen table with a calculator while looking into free screening programs
CancerHospital Financial Assistance

Can’t Afford a Mammogram? Free Screening Programs and Help Paying for Breast Cancer Care

Cost should not stop you from getting checked. Find free or low-cost mammograms and help with breast cancer care costs.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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CancerPreparing for Appointments

Just Diagnosed With Breast Cancer: Your First Weeks, Your Care Team, and the Questions to Ask

A new breast cancer diagnosis is a lot to take in. Here is how to get organized, build your team, and ask the right questions.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A mother and adult daughter looking at a tablet together at the kitchen table, gathering family history before genetic counseling
CancerScreenings

Breast Cancer in the Family? When to Ask About BRCA and Genetic Counseling

Family history can shape your breast cancer risk. Learn the clues, what BRCA means, and when to ask about genetic counseling.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A woman holding a pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness, a reminder to ask about dense breasts
CancerScreenings

Your Mammogram Letter Says “Dense Breasts.” What Now?

A dense breast notice is not a diagnosis. Here is what the letter means and the questions to ask your clinician.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A person washing their hands with soap under running water at a sink to keep clean hands
Infectious Diseases

Global Handwashing Day: Clean Hands at Home and During Medical Care

October 15 is Global Handwashing Day. Learn when and how to clean your hands, and how to kindly ask your care team to do the same.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A woman and her partner talking with a clinician about lung cancer screening options
CancerScreenings

Lung Cancer Screening: Who It Is For and How to Ask About It

A yearly low-dose CT scan is recommended for some adults with a history of smoking. Learn who qualifies and what to ask.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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A group of older adults exercising together in a class, similar to pulmonary rehab
RehabilitationRespiratory Health

Respiratory Care Week: How Pulmonary Rehab Can Help You Breathe Better

Pulmonary rehab teaches exercise, breathing skills, and self-care for lung disease. Here is how to ask about it and check coverage.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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Chuck's mom smiling in a hospital bed, wearing a red knit hat, on a Uterine Cancer Awareness banner that reads Early Detection Saves Lives and Mom: Strong, Brave, Inspiring
CancerHealth Conditions

What My Mom’s Uterine Cancer Taught Me: Bleeding After Menopause Is Never “Just Menopause”

Bleeding after menopause is never normal, and the Pap test does not check for uterine cancer. Let’s talk about the warning signs, family history, and what to say when you need to be heard.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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Chuck pointing at a plush squirrel toy in a pet store aisle, a nod to the adult ADHD Squirrel joke
Health ConditionsMental HealthPreparing for Appointments

“Squirrel!” — What Adult ADHD Really Looks Like (and How to Take the Next Step)

We all laugh at the “Squirrel!” moment — but for millions of adults, ADHD is much more than getting distracted. Here’s what it really looks like, and how to take a confident next step.

By Chuck Kinney
October 15, 2026
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