Early signs of colon cancer you should never ignore
Colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer, is one of the most common cancers around the world.
It begins in the colon or rectum, which are...
Obesity May Be Behind Far More Cancer Cases Than Anyone Realized
Carrying extra body weight has long been linked to a higher risk of several types of cancer. Scientists have known about this connection for...
Blood cancer marker could help identify high-risk patients before treatment begins
Australian researchers have found a new biomarker for multiple myeloma that could help doctors rapidly identify patients at greatest risk of poor outcomes, enabling...
Cancer Diagnosis in ER Can Dramatically Increase Death Risk
Many people imagine that cancer is usually discovered during a routine health check, a screening test such as a mammogram or colonoscopy, or after...
Could Eating Too Many Chili Peppers Raise Cancer Risk?
Many people enjoy spicy food, and chili peppers are an important part of diets around the world.
Besides adding heat and flavor, chili peppers contain...
Sugar-Coated Therapy Could Boost Survival in Deadly Brain Cancer
Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new experimental treatment that could one day improve care for people with glioblastoma, the most aggressive...
Nearly Half of U.S. People Don’t Know Bacon and Sausages Increase Colon Cancer Risk
Colorectal cancer, which includes cancers of the colon and rectum, is one of the most common cancers in the world. It affects the large...
Why Your Next Tanning Bed Session Could Trigger More Than Just Skin Cancer
A visit to a tanning salon may seem harmless to many people, but researchers say the risks may extend well beyond skin cancer.
According to...
Simple Breakfast Habit May Help Lower Your Cancer Risk
Many people rush through their mornings with little time to think about breakfast.
Some skip it altogether, while others grab a pastry, sugary cereal, or...
The Surprising Cancer Risk Hiding in Your Glass of Wine or Beer
Most people know that smoking greatly increases the risk of cancer, but far fewer realize that drinking alcohol can also contribute to the disease.
Research...