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Written by: Kim Almgren May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month! Bladder cancer is common, but it is not as well-known as other cancers. It is the 5th most common cancer with about 37 people being diagnosed per day, or 13 400 people per year. Risk Factors Smoking is the most common risk factor. Other risk factors include older age greater than 65, occupational exposure to specific chemicals such as those associated with rubber, plastic, and dye industries, and chronic bl

Written By: Lindy Coughlin RPN, CDE Every year on May 31st, World No Tobacco Day reminds us of something both simple and powerful: quitting smoking is one of the most important steps you can take to improve your health. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals at all stages of their journey; those just beginning to think about quitting, those who have tried to quit before, and those celebrating milestones they once thought were out of reach. If you’re reading this

A Personal Story: Written by Lisa Tymko