CONDITIONS / CANCER

Targeted Radiation Treatments

Radiation treatments are far from exact. A new imaging process that uses sound to locate tumors with greater precision could change that. >

What Does "Whole Grain" Really Mean?

The fiber in whole grains has undeniable health benefits, but there are conflicting guidelines for consumers. How to be sure of your intake. >

Thanks for the Memories

Seniors who ate more foods containing plant-based flavonols had better memories and reduced their risk of heart problems and cancer. >

Is Medicare Advantage a Disadvantage?

Open enrollment for Medicare ends December 7. If you are trying to decide between traditional Medicare and an Advantage plan, read this. >

Quitters Can Still Be Winners

Former smokers who largely follow healthy lifestyle recommendations live longer --regardless of how much they smoked in the past. >

Caution: Men at Risk

Men's risk of cancer is up to 10 times greater than that for same sites in women, suggesting gender needs to become a factor in research. >

Vitamin D Supplements Yield Disappointing Results

We've been told that taking vitamin D can strengthen our bones, but a large study finds the supplement offers few, if any, benefits. >

Current Prostate Cancer Guidelines Give Men a “False Sense of Security”

Urinary symptoms are early indicators of prostate problems men are told. But this message is wrong, and late stage cancer can be the result. >

HRT for Breast Cancer Survivors

Is hormone replacement therapy safe for women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer? A recent study finds it is, with qualifications. >

Questioning the Value of Vitamins

A U.S. task force finds that most supplements don’t work or may even cause harm. Diet and exercise are the best way to stay healthy. >

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