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More Than 40 Percent of Cancers Are Caused By Factors We Can Control

Majority of Americans Are Unaware of Key Cancer Risk Factors

5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

More Than 40 Percent of Cancers Are Caused By Factors We Can Control

Majority of Americans Are Unaware of Key Cancer Risk Factors

5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

Early-Onset Cancers Are on the Rise Worldwide

People under 50 are increasingly likely to develop cancers of the breast, colon, liver and more.

Nearly Half of Cancer Deaths Are Due to Modifiable Risk Factors

Plus: Study shows that cutting down on alcohol consumption can reduce cancer risk.

Eight Substances Added to 15th Report on Carcinogens

A chronic bacterial infection, a flame retardant, and six water disinfection byproducts are listed in a new HHS cancer report.

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Groups at High Risk for Multiple Myeloma Have Elevated Rates of Blood Cancer Precursor Condition

Screening high-risk groups could improve the survival of patients who develop myeloma.

Consuming Sugary Drinks May Double Colon Cancer Risk in Young Women

Women who frequently drank sugary beverages as adolescents were at particular risk of developing colon cancer before age 50.

Loneliness and Social Isolation in Men Increase Cancer Risk

Men who report loneliness and social isolation face a 10% greater risk for cancer.

Among Cancer Survivors, Walking Pace May Predict Mortality Risk

Cancer survivors who walk slowly are at greater risk of death compared with those who walk more briskly.

Out: The LGBTQ Cancer Survey

A new survey aims to help train providers to make care safer and more welcoming for LGBTQ patients.

Living Near an Oil Refinery May Be a Cancer Risk Factor

People within 30 miles of a refinery have higher rates of several cancers.

Managing Melanoma

The most aggressive type of skin cancer may respond to immunotherapy.

Losing Weight May Help Prevent Certain Cancers

If you are overweight or obese, losing as little as 7% of your body weight may reduce cancer risk.

Anti-Tobacco Activism Has Nearly Eliminated Lung Cancer Racial Disparity

Smoking is on the decline, and Black lung cancer rates are the better for it.

Diabetes Combined With Weight Loss Could Signal Pancreatic Cancer

Close attention to the combination could lead to catching the cancer before it has metastasized.

Higher Animal Protein Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Breast Cancer

In contrast, higher plant protein intake was associated with lower incidence of the disease.

Is Back Pain a Sign of Kidney Cancer?

If you are experiencing back pain in conjunction with other symptoms, contact your primary health doctor.

When Healing Goes Haywire

The longer that initially beneficial inflammation persists in our bodies, the greater our risk for health issues.

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