According to the CDC, breast cancer is among the most prevalent cancers found among American women. Each year, the United States sees 250,000 new cases of breast cancer in women alone. While breast cancer deaths have seen a decline over time, these cancers are still...
Screening tests are performed prior to any cancerous symptoms appearing. These types of tests are important because cancer is easier to treat when it is diagnosed early. The number of treatment options increases, leading to a better chance the woman will survive. The...
You don’t have to be an international scientist to understand how you can try to protect yourself and your family. The 10 commandments of cancer prevention are: 1. Avoid tobacco in all its forms, including exposure to secondhand smoke. 2. Eat...
Find out why these cancers and others are on the rise, and what can be done about them here. Cancer, known to be abnormal cell growth, is devastating when diagnosed. Unfortunately, the number of cases for several types of cancer including liver and thyroid cancer are...
Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer that is typically caused by asbestos exposure. The dangers of this cancer are great, and the fact that it can take decades to develop leaves many people with their health hanging in the balance. Fortunately, a little...
Sudden Weight Loss Your body will maintain its weight, for the most part, unless you are dieting to lose weight or overeating. But, if you notice that you are suddenly losing weight for no reason, you will want to get your doctor involved. Rapidly losing...
