Prevent Cancer Foundation

ICYMI: Yesterday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its authorization of ZYN ni****ne pouches to be marketed as less harmful to human health than ci******es. Although these products do not contain to***co, they do contain ni****ne—an addictive chemical that can harm adolescent brain development and lead to future ni****ne product use.

ZYN products will now include this risk modification claim: "Using ZYN instead of ci******es puts you at a lower risk of mouth cancer, heart disease, lung cancer, stroke, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis.” While safer than ci******es, no ni****ne product is risk-free, and this new messaging could appeal to young people—putting them and their long-term health at risk.

Read more about the concerns around ni****ne pouches at the link in the comments.

Now that we're halfway through the year, ask yourself: Have you been to the dentist yet? It's important to remind yourself of what routine cancer screenings and checks you've completed or still need to schedule.

During your biannual visit, your dentist checks your mouth and throat for any signs or symptoms of oral cancer. Get that appointment on the calendar for 2026 if you haven't already, and head to the link in the comments to learn more about oral cancer.

Wondering whether your go-to bug repellent is impacting your health? The good news is that most consumer bug sprays rely on a group of well-studied active ingredients that are safe when used as directed.

One of the most commonly used ingredients in repellents is DEET. This chemical has been on the market for decades—and has never been linked to an increased risk of cancer. Have more questions about what's in your bug spray and how to protect your skin? Check out the link in the comments for more.

Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs for weight loss starting on July 1. Obesity is a known risk factor for at least 13 cancer types, and early research shows that GLP-1s may help lower the risk of several obesity‑related cancers. Though GLP-1s are not a proven cancer prevention method yet, this could be a step in the right direction toward better outcomes for more people. Learn more. ⬇️