Could cancer help protect against Alzheimer’s?
Cancer and Alzheimer's disease are two of the most common illnesses that affect older adults.
But for years, doctors have noticed something surprising: people who...
New blood test may catch liver cancer recurrence earlier
Doctors may soon be able to detect returning liver cancer earlier and with less stress for patients, thanks to a personalized blood test known...
Alcohol may increase risk of colorectal and rectal cancer
Drinking too much alcohol can raise the risk of many health problems—and new research shows it may be strongly linked to colorectal cancer, especially...
Simple blood test can detect cancer in patients with vague symptoms
A simple blood test may help doctors detect cancer in patients who show general symptoms like tiredness, pain, or weight loss.
These are common symptoms...
How inflammation helps blood cancer grow in older people
As we get older, our bodies change in many ways—some visible, some hidden. One hidden change is something called clonal hematopoiesis (CH). This happens...
Why heart disease risk can increase after cancer treatment
About one in five patients with cancer who undergo genetic testing are incidentally found to have mutations in their blood called clonal hematopoiesis of...
Brain tumors explained: what they are, how they affect you, and what doctors can...
Brain tumors are abnormal growths of cells that develop in or around the brain. They can start inside the brain itself or spread there...
Cutting back on alcohol could prevent cancer deaths
Drinking less alcohol each year could save many lives in Australia, especially among older adults, according to a new study led by La Trobe...
Study finds what foods raise or lower colon cancer risk
A large study from the University of Oxford has found that what you eat can affect your risk of getting colorectal cancer.
This cancer, which...
Popular vitamin supplement may help cancer spread
supplement to improve their heart, brain, and metabolism. It’s also believed to boost energy and help people feel healthier overall.
But a recent study from...