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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.