When melanoma or some other cancer spreads to the brain, the prognosis used to be grim. Now, treatment advances are dramatically improving outcomes…
The typical bowel prep for colonoscopy is often inadequate, which can make the test less accurate. Tips for more successful—and gentler—prep here…
Most people associate lung cancer with cigarette smoking. But there’s another risk factor that’s hidden in millions of US homes. How to stay safe…
Mammograms are the “gold standard” for detecting breast cancer. But women with dense breasts may need additional tests to find breast malignancies…
New, FDA-approved prostate PET scan finds cancer recurrence earlier than other imaging tests.
When it comes to prostate cancer, hormone therapy may increase risk for other serious conditions, such as dementia. Here, details of new research…
Until recently, it was difficult to assess our cancer risk. Now, new genetic tests provide facts that can help keep us healthy. Read on…
We all know that sunscreen reduces our risk for skin cancer. But too many people don’t get enough protection because of these surprising mistakes…
Pancreatic cancer is often lethal because it is rarely detected in early stages. Now, life-saving screening can monitor your risk. Read on…
Most women choose surgery and radiation even though DCIS usually doesn’t become invasive breast cancer. New guidelines help make a better choice.
Stomach cancer is a life-threatening diagnosis, but stomach dysplasia is a precancerous condition that may not be as serious. Read on for details…
The older you are, the more likely breast cancer is due to what you eat and do, not your genes. You can reduce your risk!
If you’re at high risk for breast cancer and are considering a mastectomy, read this first.
Still expecting a Pap test at your ob/gyn visits? Here’s why the new first-line test is better.
How quickly you complete all parts of your treatment makes a big difference in how effective it is.