Cancer - Prevention

Are Colon Cancer Rates Declining?

Amidst gloomy reports about the rates of cancer, there is a ray of good news. Over the past several decades, the incidence of colon and rectal cancers (colorectal, or CRC) has declined significantly.

A New Cancer Treatment May Improve Asthma

You probably don't associate asthma and cancer, but researchers may now have reason to believe that a new form of cancer treatment may also help improve your breathing difficulties.

7 Common Cancer-Causing Agents

Americans are exposed to about 100,000 chemicals daily, and scientists have linked at least 220 of them to the development of cancer. It’s impossible to eliminate our exposure to all potentially harmful substances. However, we can take steps to reduce our risk from common cancer-causing substances.

Is ‘Electrosmog’ Harming Your Health?

Electrical pollution from cell phones and WiFi known as ‘electrosmog’ is hazardous to our health, according to recent research.

Alcohol Linked to Breast Cancer Recurrence

Women who have survived breast cancer are understandably concerned that they will develop a second breast cancer. However, recent research shows that by limiting their alcohol consumption, breast cancer survivors significantly reduce their risk recurrence.

HPV and Throat Cancer

HPV is commonly linked with cervical cancer. Recently, researchers are fearful of HPV-related throat cancer.

BPH and Prostate Cancer

If you're experiencing symptoms of an enlarged prostate, you may unnecessarily jump to the conclusion that you have prostate cancer. That said, BPH could be a warning sign of things to come.

What's the best way to detect breast cancer—mammogram, breast ultrasound, or MRI?

Dr. Anne Wallace, professor of clinical surgery and director of UCSD Moore's Cancer Center Breast Care Unit, answers a reader's question about tests that can detect breast cancer.

How can I protect myself against cervical cancer?

Tri Dinh, M.D., FACOG, answers a reader's question about taking precautions to prevent cervical cancer.

Is There Hope for a Prostate Cancer Vaccine?

In an ideal world, we could prevent cancer instead of just treating it after the fact. For men, the possibility of one or more vaccines for preventing prostate cancer is looming large.

Turmeric for Breast Cancer Risk

There’s good news for post-menopausal women who are at high risk for developing certain types of breast cancers. Researchers say a common spice may protect against some breast cancers. Even better, this ingredient is probably already in your kitchen pantry.

How to Detect a Brain Tumor

Although 35,000 people in the U.S. develop brain cancer annually, physicians generally diagnose it after symptoms appear, when it’s usually too late to cure.

Breast Cancer: Could You Be "Over" Diagnosed?

“Mammograms save lives.” This is the prevailing message from the medical community to women about breast cancer screening. But is it the right message?

Do-It-Yourself: Fight Melanoma

Stopping melanoma is a fight you can take on yourself. Here, tips on how to keep your skin cancer-free.

Mammograms: Traditional Versus Digital

Until recently, the traditional mammogram was the gold standard for breast cancer screening. Today, digital mammograms are also an option. Which is better?

Share Your Story. Become a Health Hero.

Have you or a loved one survived a life threatening disease? Are you currently struggling with depression, chronic pain, heart disease, or other health related condition? Have you gone to extraordinary lengths to help someone in a health crisis? If so, we want to hear from you!

Could You Have a Brain Tumor and Not Know It?

Brain cancer is one of the deadliest forms; however, it usually gets caught when it's already too late. Find out what you can do to prevent the worst from striking you or a loved one.

Fruits and Veggies May Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk

There's more reason than ever to get your daily five servings.

Genes and Skin Cancer Risk

Genes play a large role in whether or not someone is susceptible to a particular disease or condition. Find out if your family history raising your risk of skin cancer.

PSA Test for Prostate Cancer: To Screen or Not to Screen

Controversy is brewing about whether routine PSA testing for prostate cancer is beneficial and whether it saves lives.

Diet and Colon Cancer Risk

Find out what links your diet and your risk for developing this form of cancer.

Can Hormone Replacement Therapy Cut Your Colorectal Cancer Risk?

Learn about a surprising side effect of this common therapy.

Why is Ovarian Cancer so Deadly?

Find out what makes this form of cancer so fatal.

What is a Sigmoidoscopy?

How can this procedure help you? Find out here.

Early Detection for Prostate Cancer

Find out how you can catch prostate cancer before it takes hold.

Tests to Catch Hodgkin's Lymphoma

Learn how to catch this form of cancer before it takes hold.

All about the PSA Test

This simple blood test measures the level of PSA, a protein produced in the prostate, present in a man’s body.

Non-Colonoscopy Colon Screening Procedures

Colonoscopy isn't the only way to screen for colon cancer.

Can HPV Cause Non-Cervical Cancers?

In 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved Gardisall, a vaccination to prevent cervical cancer. We know for a fact that HPV—human papilloma virus—causes cervical cancer. Although less common, HPV can also cause other cancers as well.

Diabetes and the Increased Risk of Breast Cancer

Study sheds new light on the diabetes and breast cancer link.

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