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Exercise is medicine for cancer, even in late stages

In a study from Edith Cowan University, scientists found how critically important exercise can be—even for people with advanced cancer.

Widely used food additive could boost gut inflammation, colon cancer

A recent study from Georgia State University found that emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life,...

Low-fat diet could be key to stopping cancer growth

In a study from the University of Adelaide and elsewhere, scientists found food could play a major role in stopping the growth of some...

Why immunotherapies don’t work on hardest-to-treat breast cancers

Thanks to advances in cancer therapies, most forms of breast cancer are highly treatable, especially when caught early.

Nearly 50% of deaths for 12 cancers in California are due to tobacco

In a study from UC Davis, scientists found despite California's success in reducing tobacco use, there is a continued and strong burden tobacco inflicts...

Scientists may transform cancer treatment with just a tablespoon of blood

Scientists developed a new blood test that provides unprecedented insight into a patient's cancer makeup.

Research shows a new cause of colon cancer

A recent study from Ghent University and elsewhere found a new mechanism causing colorectal cancer. They found that abnormal expression of the protein Zeb2 affects...

Vitamin D is very important for cancer prevention

In a study from the University of Eastern Finland, scientists found that a good vitamin D status is beneficial both in cancer prevention and...

Widely used drug for diabetes, alcoholism may help treat cancer

Dozens of non-oncology drugs, including drugs for diabetes, inflammation, alcoholism could also kill cancer cells.

Healthy plant-based diets may lower colorectal cancer risk in men

Colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer worldwide, and the risk of developing colorectal cancer over a lifetime is one in 23 for men and...