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Drinking Coffee or Tea May Lower the Risk of Head and Neck Cancer, Study Finds
A new study links daily consumption of coffee and/or tea to a lower risk of head and neck cancer, including mouth and throat cancers.
Active Monitoring May Be a Safe Treatment Option for Many Women with DCIS Breast Cancer, New Study Suggests
In a new study, women with low-risk DCIS breast cancer who underwent active monitoring had similar recurrence rates as women who underwent surgery to remove their cancer.
Late-Stage Breast Cancer Diagnosis on the Rise in the U.S.
A new study finds more women are being diagnosed with late-stage, invasive breast cancer at their initial presentation. The largest annual increase was seen in women 20-39 years of age.
Lung Cancer Survival Rates in the U.S. Are Improving
Americans with lung cancer are living longer, according to a new report from the American Lung Association, but researchers say increased screening and access to genetic testing can boost progress even more.
Fish Oil Supplements May Help Prevent Many Types of Cancer, Study Finds
Having high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids was linked to a lower risk of more than a dozen types of cancer in new research.
Quitting Smoking After Cancer Diagnosis Significantly Boosts Survival
A new study finds smokers who quit after a cancer diagnosis improve their survival outcomes by up to 26%.
PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Found in Bottled and Tap Water Samples from Around the World
Researchers detect 10 PFAS chemicals in tap and bottled water samples collected from 15 countries.
The Impact of Obesity on Certain Types of Breast Cancer May Be Underestimated
A new study finds nearly 40% of postmenopausal hormone positive cancers may be linked to excess body fat.
Popular Acne Products Containing Benzoyl Peroxide May Become Contaminated with a Known Carcinogen, New Study Finds
Benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient found in many popular acne treatments, may degrade into a known carcinogen called benzene even when stored at room temperature, according to new research.
Lead in Consumer Products Remains a Danger to Kids, New Study Finds
Despite years of success in lowering lead exposure, researchers say the toxic metal is still a main source of elevated blood lead levels in children.
Breast Cancer Death Rates in the U.S. Continue to Drop
The overall breast cancer mortality rate has dropped 44% since 1989, but researchers say not all women are benefitting from this progress.
False-Positive Mammograms Are Discouraging Many Women from Future Screenings
A new study finds women who receive false-positive mammogram results are failing to return for future screenings. Researchers say the anxiety may be keeping them away.
Cancer Rates Rising in Gen Xers and Millennials. The Question Is Why?
Researchers analyzed cancer incidence and mortality rates across generations and found a significant increase in many types of cancer among Generation X and millennials.
40% of Cancer Cases Are Linked to Lifestyle Choices, New Study Finds
A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society finds 40% of cancer cases and about half of all cancer deaths are caused by potentially modifiable risk factors.