Parkinson's drug shows promise in preventing breast cancer Women with mutations in the BRCA1 gene are at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer, and there are currently no drugs proven to reduce their cancer risk.
Scientists discover how two gene mutations cause melanoma of the eye Researchers have discovered how two genetic mutations can cause the development of melanoma of the eye – the most common form of eye cancer.
Up to 40 percent of deaths from leading causes are preventable Each year, nearly 900,000 Americans die early from the five leading causes of deaths, but between 20 and 40 percent of the deaths from each of these causes could be prevented, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Dad raises $1M for stepdaughter’s cancer treatment while fighting disease himself Tom Attwater, of the United Kingdom, is fighting to save his daughter’s life while battling the same disease that threatens his own health.
Earliest breast cancer risky for some women, study suggests New research shows that chances of dying from very early breast cancer are small but the disease is riskier for young women and blacks, the same disparities seen for more advanced cancer.
More evidence HPV vaccine doesn't promote risky sex Young women who get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine don't see it as a license to have more sexual partners or forgo condoms, a new study confirms.
3-year-old girl saves 2 boys with organ donation after death A 3-year-old Nebraska girl who died from terminal brain cancer Tuesday has posthumously saved the lives of two sick children, KETV reported.
Pregnant cancer patients shouldn't terminate or delay treatment: study Pregnant women diagnosed with cancer do not need a termination and can start treatment immediately without worrying unduly about the effects of drugs or radiation on their unborn babies, cancer specialists said on Monday.
Chemicals in personal products may stimulate cancer more than thought A group of chemicals commonly used in cosmetics and other personal-care products may stimulate the growth of breast cancer cells at doses much lower than previously thought, a new study finds.
Dispelling 3 diet soda myths If you love a sweet, fizzy soda but want to lose weight or reduce your sugar consumption, it seems logical to switch to the diet version.
