118 Posts
September 20, 2016
Study confirms alcohol consumption raises cancer riskA new analysis showing a direct link between alcohol and seven types of cancer including breast, colorectal and liver cancers.
August 2, 2016
Healthy habits may cut cancer risksThe results of a study released this summer have confirmed what doctors—and most Americans—have known for decades: Specific changes in lifestyle may help reduce your risk of getting certain cancers.
July 14, 2016
Tips to reduce your risk of skin cancer this summerUnderstanding the risks is the first step in making informed lifestyle changes that may help you lower your chances of developing skin cancer.
July 12, 2016
Study links exercise to reduced risk for 13 types of cancerA recent study that shows, in addition to its other health benefits, exercise may reduce the risk of 13 types of cancer.
June 7, 2016
Want to cut your cancer risk? Consider reducing your use of plasticsPlasticizers called “ortho-phthalates” are used throughout the food preparation and handling process. Studies suggest they migrate into food if the plastics are heated.
May 10, 2016
HPV infections down in decade since vaccine approvedA new study finds that human papillomavirus infections among teenage girls and young women has dropped since the HPV vaccine was recommended 10 years ago. HPV infections are responsible for virtually all cervical cancers.
February 2, 2016
Preventive measures that may help reduce cancer riskDr. Eugene Ahn, an oncologist and hematologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America near Chicago, shares some preventive measures that may help reduce your cancer risk.
November 5, 2015
Annual physicals really can be good for your health“I think annual doctor visits serve a big role,” Dr. Maurie Markman says. “Call it a placebo effect. Patients may discuss having fatigue, headaches and other health issues. They may actually talk about stress, depression and other health-related matters. Getting a recommendation from a doctor about going to see a therapist or advice on how to get more sleep may help these patients.”
October 15, 2015
Is it still safe to bring home the bacon? What to know about the WHO reportA WHO panel concluded that eating processed meats, including bacon and hot dogs, increases the risk of getting cancer, adding that fresh cuts of red meat probably cause cancer, too. Our experts talk about what it means.
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