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Steve Jobs. Patrick Swayze. Alex Trebek. Aretha Franklin. Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Sally Ride. Besides being American icons, they all died from pancreatic cancer. Considering that pancreatic cancer is relatively rare (accounting for about 3% of all cancers in the U.S) it takes a very large toll.

Many women contend with breast tenderness or pain. It's common to have before your menstrual cycle. Clinically called mastalgia, breast pain usually isn't a sign of something serious, such as breast cancer. Even more good news: You don't have to live with it.

Imagine you're soaping up in the shower when you notice a little bump in your neck. What is it? How long has it been there? It's always a good idea to have lumps and bumps checked out, so you make an appointment with your doctor.