118 Posts
July 31, 2019
Opting for oral cancer medications isn’t always as simple as taking a pillOral medications may be more convenient than injections or infusions, but that doesn’t mean they are appropriate for all patients.
July 10, 2019
What is the relationship between stress and cancer?Research has long supported a connection between inflammation and cancer. But what scientists are now learning is the implication inflammation may have on the relationship between psychological stress and cancer.
May 22, 2019
Keeping belly bacteria balanced is key, but a challenge for cancer patientsLearn about the important role gut bacteria play in our overall health and in certain diseases, including cancer.
May 15, 2019
Colorectal cancer risk factors that may already be affecting youThe first step in prevention and early detection is understanding that colorectal cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the colon or rectum divide uncontrollably, ultimately forming a malignant tumor.
April 15, 2019
What to know when choosing sunscreenMore than 3 million Americans develop skin cancer every year, making it the most common cancer in the United States. If you want to avoid adding to that statistic, it helps to know the truth behind sun protection. Here are the facts about five common myths to help you choose how to reduce your risk.
March 13, 2019
Lifestyle changes that may reduce your risk of cancerStudies reported by the National Institutes of Health have found that at least 75 to 80 percent of cancers in the United States may be prevented by lifestyle changes. Here are some steps you can take to decrease your risk of developing cancer.
February 13, 2019
Liver cancer: Why do more people have it, and what's helping fight the upward trend?Liver cancer incidence is on the rise. But lifestyle changes and new treatment options may help lower the risk.
February 7, 2019
7 things everyone should know about lung cancerLung cancer remains the deadliest form of the disease. But new tools are being developed for early screening. Learn what else everyone should know about lung cancer.
January 16, 2019
Thirdhand smoke: What is it and what are its risks?Inhaling nicotine and other toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke, either firsthand as a smoker or secondhand as a non-smoker, may cause illnesses like heart disease, stroke and lung cancer. What isn’t as clearly understood is the effect of so-called “thirdhand smoke.”
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