Marijuana compounds may help inhibit colon cancer cells
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute, with an estimated 140,250...
Scientists find a new kind of lung cancer
In a new study, researchers have discovered a new kind of small-cell lung cancer (SCLC).
The discovery paves the way for developing personalized medicine approaches...
Why body shape is more important than weight in cancer prevention
In a new study, researchers found that when it comes to weight, what matters most may not be the number on the scale, but...
New heated tobacco device could damage lung cells as much as e-cigs and smoking
In a new study, researchers directly compared new heated tobacco devices with vaping and traditional cigarettes and found all three are toxic to human...
Scientists discover early heart damaged caused by cancer treatment
In a new study, researchers have identified a very early marker of cardiac damage in patients undergoing therapy with anthracyclines, a family of drugs...
Why obesity could drive cancer
It’s well-known that obesity, diabetes and chronic inflammation are major risk factors for cancer.
But just how cancer evolves in people with these diseases —...
New hope for cancer vaccine
The idea of a cancer vaccine is something researchers have been working on for over 50 years, but until recently they were never able...
Sitting, watching TV linked to colorectal cancer before age 50
A new study found a connection between prolonged time spent sitting while watching TV and increased risk of colorectal cancer for younger Americans.
Young-onset colorectal...
Scientists discover new compound could help treat ovarian cancer
A new study from the University of Sheffield has shown that a compound that could be more effective in treating certain cancers than standard...
This cancer drug could let tumors sleep forever
In a recent study, researchers found a new anti-cancer drug that could stop cancer cells from proliferating.
The drug could put tumor cells to “sleep,”...