Today marks the day that I'm officially 1 year in total remission from #analcancer. It's been 6 years today, since I finished treatment and 5 years is the magic number. Although the treatment has left me with downsides I'm still here and still fighting 1 day at a time. #CancerSurvivor #CancerWarrior

The last 3 centimetres matter Raise awareness about anal cancer, reduce stigma, and access practical guidance, support, and resources.

The last 3 centimetres matter
Anal cancer is often misunderstood and overlooked. Stigma, embarrassment, and confusion keep too many people from speaking up about symptoms or seeking support.
For more information, visit www.3cm-asap.org/en/
Incyte #analcancer

Had the opportunity to represent Cheeky Charity at DAP Health.
Talking to their clients regarding Anal Cancer.
Thank you, Cory, for the opportunity.
We'll be back with other topics and workshops.
#cheekycharity #analcancer

Photo of an older white guy with glasses and a a horseshoe mustache holding his left arm up. He’s wearing a brown waffle shirt, and there’s a bag at the end of a strap across his chest from the left shoulder

I’m pumped!

Literally, I got a pump hooked up to me dosing me with 5-FU (FU, too, buddy). Into Friday, then one more day next week; five more days during week five. A dose of mitomycin before they hooked up the pump

So far, so good!

#cancer #analcancer #buttcancer #asscancer

If you are #HIV positive and are a man who has sex with men, get anal Pap smears done yearly at age 35 to detect and prevent #analcancer. Get your #HPV vaccine if you qualify as well!

Home-Based Anal Cancer Screening Offers Cost-Effective Alternative, Increases Screening Rate Investigators sought to determine the cost-effectiveness of home- versus clinic-based anal cancer screening for increasing uptake among sexual and gender minorities.

Home-based #analcancer screening appears to be a cost-effective option for increasing screening rates among sexual and gender minority individuals. Published in @jamanetworkopen.com.

https://bit.ly/4sX4Kbj

#cancerScreening #ancsm #gicsm

Cancer Diary: 🚫 No Shame in the Bathroom: What Poop Can Reveal About Cancer News about MSI Press authors; Excerpts from MSI Press authors' books; Carl's Cancer Compendium information; tips for authors

Today's blog post, the next in the #Cancer Diary series, talks about #poop. Yep - poop has something to tell us about cancer.

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#coloncacner #rectalcancer #analcancer #gastriccancer #stomachcancer #pancreaticcancer #livercancer

First immunotherapy-based treatment recommended for advanced anal cancer | European Medicines Agency (EMA) Zynyz provides an option for adults with squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal

EMA’s advisory committee has for the first time recommended an immunotherapy-based regimen (Zynyz/retifanlimab) to treat advanced #analcancer in adults, offering new hope where options have been limited. #CancerResearch #HealthNews #TCSC
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5/5 🎯 The case for "Precision Prevention". To tackle these rising figures, we urgently need: 1️⃣ Gender-neutral HPV vaccination. 2️⃣ Targeted screening programmes. 3️⃣ Prioritising resources in identified hotspot provinces.

#HPV #MedEd #AnalCancer

#ESMOImmuno25: Mature overall survival data from the phase III POD1UM-303/InterAACT-2 #ClinicalTrial confirm the benefits of retifanlimab plus chemotherapy in the treatment of advanced squamous cell #AnalCancer.
Read more #ESMODailyReporter ➡️ https://ow.ly/rPN850XHmSL

Key Facts on HPV and Cancer Risk | UPMC HealthBeat Concerned about HPV? Find out what percentage turns to cancer and get educated on prevention and health care strategies.

" #HPV is a common cause of #AnalCancer. This #cancer develops in the #anal canal where the #anus meets the rectum. Anal cancer can also occur on the skin just outside the anus.": buff.ly/N8iemvd

via @news.upmc.com
#STDs

Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: anal cancer risk, endocrinologist referral, and more Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the past week and catch up on anything you may have missed.

From, #AnalCancer risk to nontraditional causes of #HeartAttack, check out all the stories from Contemporary OB/GYN you might have missed between September 15 & September 19, 2025.

Read more: www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/contemp...

Landmark Trial Spurs New Anal Cancer Screening Guidelines in HIV New guidance recommends routine anal cancer screening for people with HIV following trial data showing reduced risk from treating precancerous lesions.

Major update: Anal cancer screening guidelines shift for people with HIV after trial proves treating precancerous lesions reduces risk. Full story from AMJ: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi... #HIV #AnalCancer #ClinicalGuidelines

A few years ago one of my partners did an anal cancer screening at the Save The Bottoms booth at Pride & discovered that he had high risk lesions (removed & monitored).

With treatment, he's been able to manage his health and has seen improvement since his initial treatment.

#analcancer #cancer

Anal cancer screening could cut cancer deaths by up to 65% among high-risk groups Cytology screening every three years among HIV-positive men who have sex with men over the age of 35, plus cytology screening every two years for those who become newly eligible for screening at age 3...

Healthy living with #HIV: #Cytology #analcancer screening every 3 years among HIV-positive #LGBT #gay #bisexual men who have sex with men over 35, plus cytology screening every 2 years for the newly eligible for screening at age 35 provides the highest value.
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Two major clinical trials are setting new standards in the treatment of #AnalCancer and #RectalCancer showing promising outcomes w/ reduced-dose chemoradiotherapy & non-surgical strategies.

Read the news in the #ESMODailyReporter

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#LowerGICancer

🆕 Our June issue is now live: bit.ly/4kyHKue

📊Original research on #prostatecancer, #analcancer, #colorectalcancer, #hepatocellularcarcinoma, #gastriccancer, #breastcancer, #melanoma, and #urothelialcancer

📖Reviews on nutrition in head & neck cancer care and cancer control plans in #LAC

Breakthrough in anal cancer treatment A kinder treatment for anal cancer involving a lower dose and shorter course of radiotherapy is more effective than traditional treatment, a clinical trial led by Leeds researchers has found.

Breakthrough in anal cancer treatment: A new, gentler radiotherapy approach, shorter and lower dose; proves more effective than standard treatment, say Leeds researchers. Big win for patients! #TCSC #CancerResearch #Radiotherapy #AnalCancer #OncologyNews

www.leeds.ac.uk/research-32/...

#Medsky🧪 #IDsky #oncosky #publichealth Still considered rare, #analcancer makes up approximately 1% of all GIT cancers US🇺🇸, more than 90% of cases linked to chronic HPV infection when screening for anal HPV, dysplasia & cancer in high risk ie HIV,🦴 marrow transplant & other immunocompromised groups

Essential Facts About Anal Cancer: Symptoms and Treatments Learn about anal cancer: its types, symptoms, causes, and treatments. Early detection is key for better outcomes and health empowerment.

Understanding Anal Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Healing Paths #HealthAwareness #AnalCancer #HPVAwareness #CancerPrevention #HealthMatters #StayHealthy #HealingSolutions #CancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #FightCancer #Health #SelfCare #HealthTips

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Cheeky Charity's booty pin on an APLA Health lanyard.

March is #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth 🍑 Let’s talk about the booty—specifically, getting screened! Early detection can save lives, so don’t wait, don’t procrastinate—get checked and encourage your friends to do the same! Shoutout to @cheekycharity.bsky.social #AnalCancer #CancerAwareness

Anal Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, Stages, Diagnosis and Treatment - OncoDaily Anal cancer is a malignancy originating in the anus, often presenting with symptoms like rectal bleeding, anal pain, or a noticeable lump. The majority of anal cancers are squamous cell carcinomas, bu...

🔍This article provides an overview of anal cancer, including its symptoms, causes, types, diagnosis, and treatment options.

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#Cancer #CancerAwareness #AnalCancer #CancerTreatment #Medicine #Health #Oncology #OncoDaily

Over 90% of anal cancers are caused by HPV infection. Gay and bisexual men are at greater risk for anal cancer. Get vaccinated! Prevent anal cancer. #hpv #analcancer #LGBT #gaymen #gayboy

International HPV Awareness Day HPV is the human papillomavirus. Almost all of us will have HPV at some point and while for most of us it isn't harmful, HPV is linked to several kinds of cancer. This site provides information to help learn about HPV and reduce your cancer risks.

#HPVday! #HPV can cause #cervicalcancer, #analcancer, #oropharyngealcancer, #penilecancer, #vaginalcancer, #vulvarcancer as well.

There's a vaccine for #HPV for females & males.

askabouthpv.org

He went in for a colonoscopy. The bill was $19,000. “I told Northwestern, ‘I’m not paying that, and I don’t care if you send me to collections,’” Tom Contos said.

As a survivor of #analcancer, having successfully completed chemo and radiation treatment in 2018, I am too embarrassed to admit how waaaayyy overdue I am for my latest anoscopy, and it’s for this reason.
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Anal Cancer Causes and Risk Factors Explained Anal cancer is a rare but serious condition that begins in the anus—the final segment of the digestive tract where stool exits the body. This type of cancer develops when cells in the anal region or the anal canal multiply abnormally, leading to the formation of a tumor that can obstruct the canal or invade surrounding tissues and organs. Understanding Anal Cancer…

READ ARTICLE IN FULL ABOUT CANCER HEALTH: #AnalCancer #CancerAwareness #HPV, #Healthcare #CancerDiagnosis #CancerTreatment #LivingWithCancer #PreventiveHealth #HealthCheckUps #Immunotherapy #Chemoradiation #Surgery #ClinicalTrials #HealthEducation #Support #WellBeing #QualityOfLife #HealthRisks

Episode 36: In the Clinic - Discussing anal cancer with Dr Rebecca Muirhead - Simply Oncology Join us in this week as we discuss anal cancer with Dr Rebecca Muirhead.Based at Oxford University Hospital, Dr Muirhead has played a key role in the adoption of IMRT in anal cancer. She is part of th...

Our next episode with Dr Rebecca Muirhead on #analcancer

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#Radiotherapy #RTLateEffects #AnalCancer #BladderCancer #CervicalCancer #ColorectalCancer #EndometrialCancer #GynaeCancer #OvarianCancer #ProstateCancer #UterineCancer #WombCancer #VaginalCancer #Brachytherapy

LGBTQ+ Colorectal & Anal Cancer Support Groups Flyer A digital flyer with a colorful, abstract background featuring overlapping images of round, pastel-colored shapes resembling peaches. The flyer promotes support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals impacted by colorectal and anal cancer. At the top, bold blue text reads: "LGBTQ+ Colorectal & Anal Cancer Support Groups" Below, italicized peach-colored text states: "Currently offering safe support groups for those who identify as" Followed by bold blue text listing: "GAY • LESBIAN • QUEER OR PANSEXUAL" In peach text: "Trans group(s) starting in 2025" The flyer states that the support groups occur on the first and third Tuesday of each month, displayed in bold blue text, followed by the times: "5PM PT • 6PM MT • 7PM CT • 8PM ET" A list of support group dates is provided in three columns, covering the full year of 2025. At the bottom, a small heart icon is followed by the website link in blue text: "cheekycharity.org/support" The overall design is visually engaging, with bold typography and a modern, LGBTQ+ inclusive aesthetic.

We're here for you. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🫶 Get the support your butt deserves. www.cheekycharity.org/support

#lgbtqsupport #cancersupport #analcancer #coloncancer #rectalcancer #hpv #hiv