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Mixing Up Your Exercise Routine May Help You Live Longer
A new study finds engaging in a wide range of physical activities may lower your risk of death more than doing the same thing over and over again.
New Study Raises Questions About Cancer Risk and Certain Food Preservatives
A new study links higher intake of some commonly used food preservatives with a modestly higher risk of cancer.
New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Give Women More Options
A major update expands guidelines on how women should get screened for cervical cancer — and requires most insurers to cover the full process.
Is Tamoxifen Alone a Viable Option for Women with Low-Risk DCIS Breast Cancer?
In a new study, women with very early-stage DCIS breast cancer taking tamoxifen alone had higher recurrence rates than researchers expected. But they say the incidence of invasive breast cancer was still low at 5 years, suggesting tamoxifen alone may be an option in “carefully selected patients.”
New Study: Acupuncture Shows Real Promise for Cancer ‘Brain Fog’
A new study finds acupuncture may help breast cancer survivors struggling with attention, memory and other cognitive problems.
New Study Links Agent Orange to Rare Blood Cancer in Vietnam Vets
A landmark study finds Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange face a significantly higher risk of developing myelodysplastic syndrome. Researchers hope this finding helps veterans get the health and disability benefits they’ve been denied for 50 years.
Do GLP-1 Drugs Affect Cancer Risk? New Study Says Probably Not
A review of 48 clinical trials on GLP-1 safety suggests the popular meds probably have little to no effect on cancer risk.
Are Politics Shaping America’s Trust in Cancer Science?
A new national survey finds the majority of U.S. adults report having a high level of trust in scientists when it comes to cancer information, but the results also suggest politics do play a role.
Invasive Breast Cancer Rising in Younger Women, Study Finds
A new study finds an increasing number of women 18-49 years old are being diagnosed with breast cancer, and most of the cases are invasive.
Ultra-processed Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Precancerous Colon Polyps
A new study finds people who eat a lot of ultra-processed foods are more likely to develop adenomas or colon polyps that are often precursors to colon cancer.
Women With Advanced Breast Cancer Are Living Longer, Study Finds
Major advances in treatment and care have led to improved survival for many women with advanced breast cancer, new study finds.
Study Links Global Rise in Cancer to Obesity Across All Age Groups
Researchers analyzed cancer trends in 42 countries and found a surge in certain cancer types in both young and older adults – with one exception.
Harder-to-Detect Breast Cancer Increasing in U.S. Women
A new report from the American Cancer Society finds a steep rise in lobular breast cancer between 2012 and 2021.
Rectal Bleeding Strongest Predictor of Colon Cancer Under 50
A new study finds patients under 50 who experience rectal bleeding are 8.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Study of the World’s Oldest Person Reveals Secrets to Longevity
Researchers unlock the molecular secrets behind Spanish supercentenarian who lived 117 years free of cancer, heart disease, and dementia.
Chicago Teen Shares Early Symptom of Vaginal Cancer That Was Misdiagnosed as Stress
What started as a normal milestone for 14-year-old Liliana Castaneda turned into a fight for her life. Heavy bleeding was originally dismissed as stress—but it was actually a rare vaginal cancer.
Brave 9-Year-Old Donates Stem Cells to Help Save His Father’s Life
A young boy in Los Angeles donates stem cells to help his father beat leukemia. Doctors at Cedars-Sinai say he is one of their youngest and bravest donors.
Prostate Cancer Rates on the Rise After Years of Decline
Prostate cancer rates are increasing about 3% per year, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. And the biggest increases are being seen in advanced-stage disease, which is harder to treat.
From Cancer Survivor to Transplant Pioneer: Chicago Woman’s Remarkable Journey
Blinded by childhood cancer, a newly engaged Chicago woman receives rare triple-organ transplant at Northwestern Medicine.
Long-Term Study Offers Reassurance to Early Breast Cancer Survivors
The risk of developing a second primary cancer after being treated for early invasive breast cancer is only slightly higher than the general population, according to a new study.
HPV Cancer Awareness: Dangerously Low
A new survey finds only 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. have heard of the HPV virus that causes oral and cervical cancer… and even fewer know there's a preventive vaccine.
What Causes Chemo Brain? A New Study Points to Brain Shrinkage
In a new pilot study, researchers found breast cancer patients who experienced cognitive impairment after chemotherapy had lower levels of gray matter in brain regions connected to memory and language.
Artificial Sweetener May Make Immunotherapy Less Effective in Cancer Patients
New research conducted in mice and humans finds the artificial sweetener sucralose changes gut bacteria in ways that can limit immunotherapy response in cancer patients.
Heavy Pot Use Linked to Increased Risk of Oral Cancer
A new study finds people with cannabis use disorder are more than three times as likely to develop oral cancer within five years.
Obesity-Related Cancer Deaths Tripled Over the Past Two Decades, Study Finds
Researchers discover steep increases in cancer deaths linked to obesity since 1999, especially among women, older adults and Black people.
‘Alarming Rise’ in Gastrointestinal Cancers in Young Adults
A new study finds early-onset gastrointestinal cancers increased by nearly 15% from 2010 to 2019.
How Does BMI Affect Breast Cancer Risk in Postmenopausal Women?
A new study finds the combination of excess weight and heart disease in postmenopausal women is associated with an especially high risk of developing breast cancer.
Psychedelic Compound Found in Magic Mushrooms May Ease Severe Depression in Cancer Patients
A new study finds a single dose of psilocybin provides long-term relief from symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients.
More Evidence Exercise Boosts Cancer Survival
A new study finds people who are physically active after a cancer diagnosis lower their risk of death significantly.
Maryland Woman Has Rare Spinal Tumor Removed Through Her Eye Socket
In a groundbreaking procedure, surgeons at the University of Maryland Medical Center have removed a large spinal tumor through a 19-year-old patient’s eye.
Mother of Twins Receives Life-Saving Double Lung Transplant after Cancer Diagnosis
A new mother of twins from Berlin finds a miracle in Chicago after being diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. Surgeons at Northwestern Medicine save her life with a double-lung transplant.
14 Types of Cancer Are on the Rise in People Under 50, Study Finds
Certain types of cancer are becoming increasingly common in people under 50, according to new research. These include breast, colon, kidney and uterine cancer.
Mammograms After 70 May Lower Risk for Late-Stage Breast Cancer
A new study finds older breast cancer patients who were screened at least once during the five years prior to diagnosis had 54% lower odds of advanced disease.
NIH Funding Cuts Hit Cancer Research. What Does It Mean for Patients and Scientists?
An exclusive HealthDay Interview with Alicia Zhou, PhD, CEO of the Cancer Research Institute.
Most High-Risk Smokers Aren’t Getting Lung Cancer Screenings
A new study finds just 18% of former and current smokers who are eligible for lung cancer CT scans are getting the tests.
You Don’t Need to Exercise Every Day to Stay Healthy, New Study Finds
Working out just 1 or 2 days per week can significantly lower your risk of death from heart disease and cancer, as long as you get in the recommended number of minutes, researchers say.
How Many Americans Reach the Age of 70 with Healthy Bodies and Brains?
What you eat greatly impacts your chances of healthy aging. In a new study, just over 9% of U.S. adults made it to the age of 70 free of physical, mental and cognitive impairments, and their diet had a lot to do with it, according to researchers.
Colon Cancer is on the Rise in Young Adults. What You Need to Know.
HealthDay talks with Dr. Jennifer Davids, Chief of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Boston Medical Center.
Red Wine Isn’t Any Healthier Than White Wine—With Two Possible Exceptions
A new study finds no significant difference in overall cancer risk between red and white wine. However, researchers say white wine was associated with an increased risk of skin cancer.
Environmental Health Expert Gives FDA an ‘F’ for Its Handling of Chemicals in Our Food. His Advice on How to Lower Your Exposure
Dr. Leo Trasande, an internationally recognized expert in children’s environmental health, talks to HealthDay about the dangers of PFAS in our food supply.
Frequent Exercise May Help Colon Cancer Patients Live Longer
In a new study, colon cancer survivors who were very physically active lived as long, if not longer, than people in the general population.
Minority Women Are Less Likely to Receive Prompt Follow-Up Testing After a Suspicious Mammogram
A new study finds women of color are less likely to receive same-day diagnostic imaging or biopsies after an abnormal mammogram finding.
Menthol vs. Non-Menthol Cigarettes: One Type May Be More Life-Threatening
A new study from the American Cancer Society finds menthol cigarettes increase the risk of death from all causes more than non-menthol smokes.
Could the Birth Control Pill Reduce Ovarian Cancer Risk?
A new study finds women who have used the Pill are 26% less likely to develop ovarian cancer, and the benefit is even greater in women who took the Pill while in their mid-forties.
Health News Results - 498
U.S. Cancer Survival Rates Reach Record High, Report Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 14, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Jan. 14, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Cancer survival rates in the United States are better than they’ve ever been.
For the first time, the five-year survival rate for all cancers combined reached a landmark 70%, the American Cancer Society (ACS) said i...
Childhood Cancer Survivors Age More Rapidly, Genetics Show
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 12, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — More kids than ever are surviving cancer, but a new study shows how their childhood brush with the disease continues to haunt their health into adulthood.
Teenage and young adults who survived childhood cancer appear to age ...
FDA Misses Deadline to Ban Formaldehyde in Hair Straighteners
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 8, 2026
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THURSDAY, Jan. 8, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has again missed a deadline to propose a ban on chemicals in hair-straightening products that may pose a serious cancer risk.
Its target date for the proposed rule on formaldehyde...
Wipe Test Can Help Protect Firefighters From Cancer-Linked Chemicals
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Smoke-soaked firefighter gear can be rife with cancer-linked “forever chemicals,” but an easy test can help protect the health of these first responders.
A simple wipe test detected invisible PFAS chemicals on eve...
Tatiana Schlossberg, Environmental Journalist and JFK’s Granddaughter, Dies at 35
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 2, 2026
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FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Tatiana Schlossberg, an environmental journalist and the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died after a battle with cancer. <...
Singer Barry Manilow Announces Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Surgery
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 29, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Barry Manilow, the singer behind hits like "Copacabana," "Can’t Smile Without You" and "Mandy," announced that he has lung cancer and i...
Cancer Diet Essential To Protect Against Foodborne Illness, Trial Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Doctors always restrict the diet of patients undergoing treatment for blood cancers, to protect them from foodborne illnesses while ...
One Roadblock Keeps Most Cancer Patients From Joining Clinical Trials, Experts Say
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cutting-edge cancer drugs are being tested all the time, potentially saving or extending the lives of patients who take part in clinical trials.
So why don’t more cancer patients enroll in these trials for experimenta...
Too Much Drinking Contributes To Cancer Risk, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 15, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new evidence review offers some sobering info for folks preparing to raise more than a couple celebratory glasses during Christmas or New Year’s.
Alcohol significantly increases a person’s risk of developing a ...
Financial Toxicity Common Among Families Of Childhood Leukemia Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2025
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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Childhood leukemia can land a family in dire financial straights, a new study says.
Nearly a third of families develop seriou...
GLP-1 Medications Show Little Effect on Cancer, Study Shows
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 10, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new study suggests popular GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic and Zepbound, may not lower c...
Timing Is Everything In Cancer Immunotherapy, Experts Say
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 9, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cancer survival might depend on what time of day you get your treatment, a new study says.
Lung cancer patients who received IV immunot...
Rectal Bleeding: Is It Hemorrhoids or Cancer?
- Richard Wender, MD, Professor and Chair, Family Medicine and Community Health, Perelman School of Medicine and Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance HealthDay Reporters
- December 3, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 3, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Hemorrhoids are a common condition that affects about half of all people by age fifty.
Although hemorrhoids are usually harmless, some worry that they may be a sign of cancer. While certain symptoms of hemorrhoids, <...
JFK’s Granddaughter Shares Terminal Cancer Diagnosis in New Personal Essay
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 24, 2025
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MONDAY, Nov. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — In a powerful new essay, Tatiana Schlossberg wrote about learning she had terminal c...
Thyroid Cancer Is Often Highly Treatable — Here’s What Patients Should Know
- Jennifer Ogilvie, MD, FACS, Associate Professor of Surgery (Oncology, Endocrine) HealthDay Reporter
- November 17, 2025
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MONDAY, Nov. 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Thyroid cancer is often a highly treatable disease. Most cases are detected in early stages and have excellent outcomes. There are several different types of thyroid cancer, and recent changes in management — especially for ...
Trump Administration Expands Visa Denials to Include Common Chronic Illnesses
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2025
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FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The Trump administration has directed U.S. visa officers to consider chronic health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and mental health disorders when deciding whether to approve a foreigner’s entry...
Cancer Care Crowdfunding Increasingly Common, But Rarely Successful
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2025
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FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A growing number of desperate cancer survivors are turning to crowdfunding to help pay for their treatment and living expenses, a new study says.
However, only 1 in 9 campaigns reached their fundraising goals, calling into q...
Extra Support Helps Cancer Patients Make It To Radiation Treatment Sessions
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2025
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FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Radiation therapy is a highly effective way to treat cancers, but only if patients make it to their regular treatment sessions.
Unfortunately, as many as 1 out of 5 U.S. cancer patients miss two or more of their recommended ...
Millions Carry Hidden Cancer Risk, Experts Say
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Millions of Americans carry hidden genetic mutations that increase their risk of cancer, regardless of their family’s cancer history, according to a new study.
As many as 5% of Americans, or about 17 million, have gene...
Most Americans Unaware Alcohol Increases Cancer Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) — More than half of American adults don’t know that alcohol increases a person’s risk of cancer, a new study says.
About 53% of adults surveyed did not know that drinking increases the odds of developing cancer, re...
This Common Cholesterol Drug Might Protect Against 'Chemo Brain'
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 27, 2025
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MONDAY, Oct. 27, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The most common cholesterol drug around might help protect cancer patients from “chemo brain.”
Statins appeared to protect breast and lymphoma cancer patients’ brain function for up to two years after their...
Could COVID mRNA Vaccines Boost Effectiveness of Cancer Immunotherapy?
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- October 24, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The mRNA technology powering some COVID vaccines may hold a surprising benefit for advanced cancer patients: a potential ability to "rev up" the immune system to better use immunotherapy medicines to attack tumors.
Prelimina...
Pill Might Extend Survival Among Kids With Rare Bone Cancer
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 23, 2025
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THURSDAY, Oct. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Kids with a rare bone cancer might live longer if prescribed a drug that blocks blood supply to tumors, researchers say.
The drug pazopanib (Votrient) extended the liv...
How Does Cancer Kill People? New Theory Suggests Blood Clots
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 22, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — What kills cancer patients is where their malignancy spreads in their body, rather than the cancer itself, a new study says.
If tumors spread into major blood vessels, they can spark blood clotting that contributes to org...
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Loneliness Linked To Lower Odds Of Cancer Survival
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 15, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 15, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Loneliness or social isolation might lower a cancer patient’s odds of survival, according to a new evidence review.
Cancer patients who feel lonely appear to have a higher risk of death, both from their malignancy a...
Joe Biden Begins Treatment for Aggressive Prostate Cancer
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- October 14, 2025
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TUESDAY, Oct. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Former President Joe Biden is now receiving radiation and hormone therapy to treat an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office confirm...
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Prior Authorizations Draining Time, Energy From Many Cancer Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 14, 2025
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TUESDAY, Oct. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cancer patients aren’t just battling a deadly disease — part of their time and energy can also be spent fighting the system intended to cure them, a new
Quitting Smoking Nearly Doubles Cancer Patients' Short-Term Survival Odds, Experts Say
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 10, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Experts argue it’s never too late to quit smoking, and a new study says that applie...
Cancer Patients Face Better Odds In Medicaid Expansion States
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 10, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cancer patients are more likely to survive if they live in a state that expanded its Medicaid program under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), new research shows.
Patients were more likely to have higher five-year and overall su...
Financial Toxicity Fatal For Some Cancer Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 9, 2025
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THURSDAY, Oct. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The financial hit from cancer care can prove fatal to some patients battling the dread disease, a new study says.
Patients whose credit rating dro...
Rare, Dangerous Type Of Breast Cancer On The Rise In The U.S.
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 8, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 8, 2025 (HealthDay news) — A rare but dangerous form of breast cancer is on the rise in the United States, a new report says.
Lobular breast ca...
Inflammation Linked To Fatigue Among Cancer Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 7, 2025
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TUESDAY, Oct. 7, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Fighting cancer can leave patients tired to their bones and researchers now think they might know why.
Inflammation was linked to fatigue among nearly 200 women with early-stage breast cancer during and after
Fish Oil May Raise or Lower Colon Cancer Risk, Depending on Your Genes
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 24, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — About 19 million U.S. adults take fish oil supplements, often to protect against chronic diseases. But new research suggests their ability to lower
Cancer Patients Getting Needed Painkillers Despite Opioid Crisis Response
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 24, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The fight against America’s opioid crisis does not appear to have cost cancer patients the painkillers they need, a new study says.
There was a decline in opioid prescriptions among cancer patients between 2016 and...
Teen Develops Rare Vaginal Cancer Typically Found In Older Women
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Liliana “Lili” Casteneda had what she thought was her first period at the age of 14, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
But then her monthly bleeding turned into daily bleeding, and the bleeding got so...
Remote Monitoring Improves Recovery From Cancer Surgery
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Remote monitoring of cancer patients can improve their recovery after surgery, a new study says.
People whose health team tracke...
Experimental Patch Provides Real-Time Feedback On Muscle Performance
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 18, 2025
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THURSDAY, Sept. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — An experimental wireless patch might help injured athletes better recover from muscle tears, sprains and strains, according to a new study.
The patch measures tissue stiffness by sending sound waves along the surface of t...
Researchers: Too Soon To Tell If 'Liquid Biopsies' Help More Than Harm In Cancer Screening
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 16, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — “Liquid biopsy” tests using blood samples to screen for multiple types of cancer are attracting much attention, for their potential to catch unseen tumors.
But it's too soon to tell whether they're truly useful...
Nutrient in Vegetables May Help the Body Fight Cancer
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A common nutrient found in leafy greens and corn may do more than protect eyesight.
New research shows that zeaxanthin, a plant-derived carotenoid, can strengthen the body’s cancer-fighting immune cells and make...
Cervical Cancer Survivors Have Higher Risk of Another Type Of Cancer
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Women who overcome cervical cancer might have another potentially life-threatening health crisis on their horizon, researchers say...
New Gel May Help Prevent Hair Loss During Chemotherapy, Early Research Finds
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 4, 2025
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THURSDAY, Sept. 4, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new shampoo-like gel developed by researchers at Michigan State University could help protect cancer patients from a common and dreaded side effect of
Advanced Prostate Cancer Cases Rising as Fewer Men Are Screened, New Report Says
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 4, 2025
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THURSDAY, Sept. 4, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Prostate cancer rates are climbing in the U.S. with more men being diagnosed at later stages when the disease is harder to treat, researche...
Gordon Ramsay Reveals Skin Cancer Diagnosis, Urges Folks To Use Sunscreen
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 2, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay revealed he had surgery to remove basal cell carcinoma, a common form of skin cancer, from his jawline.
'Reborn Again': Blind Bride-To-Be Thriving After Triple-Organ Transplant
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- September 2, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Stricken with cancer in infancy, Jessica Lopez endured tumor-fighting treatments that saved her young life but also left her with lasting heart damage.
By the time she reached her early 30s, Lopez, who was left blind...
Plant-Based Diet Protects Against Multiple Chronic Illnesses
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 29, 2025
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FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Shifting to a plant-based diet can help keep people from being plagued by multiple health problems as they age, a new study says.
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Many Cancer Patients Say Doctors Aren't Honoring Their Treatment Desires
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 26, 2025
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TUESDAY, Aug. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Frequently, patients with advanced cancer simply want to be made as comfortable as possible as they wind down their final days.
Doctors aren’t listening to their desires, a new study indicates.
Many of these pat...
Nike Co-Founder And Wife Donate $2B to Cancer Research at OHSU, Largest U.S. University Gift
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- August 18, 2025
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MONDAY, Aug. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, will donate $2 billion to Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to expand cancer research and patient ...
Gut Docs Lose Their Edge Leaning On AI Assistance For Colonscopy
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 14, 2025
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THURSDAY, Aug. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Artificial intelligence (AI) is being touted as a means of improving doctors’ effectiveness, but the new tool might dull their skills in some instances, a new study argues.
Specifically, doctors became worse at perfo...
AI Uses Voice To Detect Throat Cancer
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 13, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 13, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A person’s own voice might soon be a means of detecting whether they’re suffering throat cancer, a new study says.
Men with cancer of the larynx, or voice box, have distinct differences in their voices that co...
New Vaccine May Help Stop Deadly Pancreatic Cancers From Coming Back
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- August 12, 2025
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TUESDAY, Aug. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new vaccine aimed at a common cancer gene mutation could help stop aggressive pancreatic cancers from coming back, a small clinical trial suggests.
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most lethal cancers, with a five-year sur...