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Stuff You Should Know · September 17, 2026 · 51m

The Cancer Episode

Hosts Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant explore why cancer is such a feared disease, delving into its biological resilience and the high probability of a personal encounter with it. They acknowledge the grim statistics but also highlight growing optimism in the medical field, with new treatments providing hope. The episode offers a broad perspective on cancer's impact and the ongoing fight against the disease.

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Preview

Cancer's Resilience
The hosts explain that cancer is incredibly difficult to eliminate once it grows in the body.
Cancer's Prevalence
They note that there is a very good chance you or someone close to you will be diagnosed with cancer.

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