For some colon cancer patients, travel distance limits access to chemo People who have been treated for colon cancer are less likely to get chemotherapy after surgery to reduce the risk of future cancer if they have to travel far for the appointments, according to a new study.
Study concludes that many cancers caused by bad luck in cell division A new study has concluded that many people's risk of developing cancer often depends on simple bad luck in cell division.
Pathway launches 'liquid biopsy' to find cancer in healthy people Pathway Genomics, a company known for pushing the boundaries of direct-to-consumer genetic testing, on Thursday will launch a cancer screening test designed to detect bits of cancer DNA in the blood of otherwise healthy people.
Doctors report success using immune therapy to fight cervical cancer Doctors are reporting their first success using immune therapy against cervical cancer, a disease caused by the virus HPV.
Tai chi can help build strength, relieve pain For people with chronic illnesses ranging from cancer to arthritis, tai chi exercises may improve walking, build strength and reduce pain, according to a new analysis of past research.
Studies show breast cancer patients can skip some treatments Tens of thousands of women each year might be able to skip at least some of the grueling treatments for breast cancer - which can include surgery, heavy chemo and radiation - without greatly harming their odds of survival, new research suggests.
Australian siblings working to raise awareness for childhood cancer A trio of Australian siblings are working to raise awareness of childhood cancer after the youngest, 3-year-old Nicholas, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.
Teen HPV vaccine does not spur riskier sex Counter to the fears of some parents (and a few doctors), teen girls who are vaccinated against the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV) do not go on to catch more sexually transmitted diseases than their peers, according to a large new study.
Study: Cervical cancer rates higher in older women than previously thought A new study is arguing that cervical cancer rates in the United States are much higher than previously believed.
How red wine could help fend off cancer Overindulgence of alcohol in general may raise your risk of cancer, but a University of Colorado team explains how red wine in particular could fend that cancer off.
