$249 saliva test could reveal breast, ovarian cancer risk A Silicon Valley start-up is setting out to make genetic testing for breast and ovarian cancer mutations not only easier, but more affordable for women.
Bald men may have higher risk of prostate cancer, study stays A new study has found an association between male-pattern baldness and aggressive prostate cancer, Newsmax Health reported.
College student bikes across America to honor boyfriend who died from rare cancer College student bikes across America in honor of boyfriend who died from rare cancer.
Hookah smoke may significantly increase leukemia risk, study says Smoking hookah, a type of flavored tobacco, is quickly becoming more popular in the United States. Now a new study from San Diego State University reports it could lead to an increase in cases of leukemia.
Nurse undergoes unnecessary breast surgery after medical mix-up A mom in the UK has been left physically and emotionally scarred after the hospital where she worked as a breast care oncology nurse mixed up her own test results with another patient's and told her to undergo surgery to remove aggressive breast cancer.
Poor sleep quality may accelerate cancer growth, study finds Failing to get a good night’s rest may actually have some serious health consequences.
Cancer survivors often have poor diets Cancer survivors may be less likely to follow a healthy diet than other people, particularly where leafy greens and whole grains are concerned, a U.S. study suggests.
Parkinson's, breast cancer findings earn medical prizes Key discoveries about breast cancer, Parkinson's disease and the body's handling of defective proteins have earned prestigious medical awards for five scientists.
Lung cancer can stay hidden for 20 years before detection, study says Researchers in the United Kingdom have found that lung cancer can remain hidden up to 20 years before it is detectable, suggesting evidence for why the disease is the deadliest form of cancer worldwide.
