Light daily activity—even chores and errands—may lower your cancer risk
A new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the University of Oxford has found that doing even light daily activities—like walking,...
Who decides? How oncologists shape cancer patients’ final days
For cancer patients nearing the end of life, deciding whether to continue treatment or focus on comfort is deeply personal.
However, a new study from...
Why vitamin B3 could help fight cancer
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have made an exciting discovery that could help improve cancer treatment. They found that a common vitamin —...
Sugary drinks may increase mouth cancer risk in women
A large new study has found that women who regularly drink sugary beverages like soft drinks and sweetened juices have a much higher risk...
People with colon cancer face higher risk of heart-related death
People diagnosed with colorectal cancer are more likely to die from heart-related conditions than the general population, particularly within the first two years after...
Heart defects at birth may increase cancer risk for children and mothers
New research from South Korea suggests that babies born with heart problems may have a higher chance of developing cancer during their first 10...
Palm oil ingredient linked to cancer spread, study finds
A new study from IRB Barcelona has found that a common ingredient in palm oil—palmitic acid—may play a dangerous role in helping certain cancers...
Drinking more coffee may lower risk of uterine cancer, study suggests
Drinking coffee—especially caffeinated coffee—may help reduce the risk of developing endometrial cancer, a common type of cancer that starts in the lining of the...
Peanuts and cancer: what you should know
Peanuts are a favorite snack for many people. They’re crunchy, tasty, and often praised for being healthy. But if you or someone you know...
Coffee and tea may help lower the risk of mouth and throat cancers
Drinking coffee and tea might help protect people from certain types of cancer in the head and neck area, according to a large review...