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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs May Lower the Risk for 14 Obesity-Related Cancers

A new study finds women taking GLP-1 Receptor agonists were significantly less likely to develop obesity-related cancers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cancer Mortality Continues to Drop Despite Increasing Diagnoses Among Women and Young Adults

A new report from the American Cancer Society warns progress against the disease may be in jeopardy. While overall cancer mortality continues to drop, incidence rates among women and young adults are on the rise.

Regular Exercise Before a Cancer Diagnosis May Slow Disease Progression

Even relatively low levels of physical activity before a cancer diagnosis may lower the risks of both disease progression and death, according to a new study.

Confused about Mammogram Guidelines? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Monique Gary Shares Her Best Advice