Cancer is a devastating disease. In 2025, 618,120 people in the United States will lose their lives to it. Only half of cancer patients survive for 10 years or more after diagnosis, highlighting the importance of early detection.
Every day in the U.S., cancer claims over 1,700 lives. In 2025, over 2 million new cases are expected to be diagnosed, which has a huge impact on families and individuals. While some cancers can be prevented by avoiding smoking, managing weight, and reducing alcohol consumption, cancer can affect anyone regardless of how healthy or active they are.
Many people with cancer experience hot flashes or sweating, including night sweats, which can affect both men and women. Night sweats are often overlooked but can be a warning sign. Experts aren’t sure why some cancers cause excessive sweating, but it might be the body’s response to fighting the disease or due to hormone level changes. Some cancers like carcinoid tumors, leukemia, and lymphoma are known to trigger intense night sweats as the body reacts to the disease, hormone shifts, or undetected fevers.