CONDITIONS / CANCER

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. >

Vaccinating HPV out of Existence

HPV, human papillomavirus, vaccination campaigns in the U.S. have led to a huge decrease in cases. The vaccine works best given early. >

Vitamin D Reduces Breast Cancer Risk

Black and Hispanic women are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Why? Researchers think a lack of vitamin D may be the culprit. >

An Artificial Sweetener - Cancer Connection

Non-nutritive sweeteners tend to be seen as a win-win for dieters, but the risk of certain cancers goes up with artificial sweetener use. >

Red Meat May Not Be to Blame

Red meat and processed meats have been believed to contribute to colon cancer. New evidence suggests that may not be the case. >

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