Cancer

Linking Colorectal Cancer Risk, Inflammation and Diet

Jul 24, 2017 · · Cancer
Of any cancer, inflammation has one of the clearest links with colorectal cancer. That includes cancers of the colon (large intestine) and rectum (tail end of the colon). So, it’s worth considering whether reducing inflammation through healthful eating could decrease colorectal cancer risk. “In simple terms, when a tissue is … Read More

Many Seniors Not Treated for Lung Cancer

Jul 24, 2017 · · Cancer
Lung cancer is the main cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Screening can ensure early detection of the disease—but although annual screening for lung cancer is recommended for high-risk individuals (such as current and past smokers), screening rates have remained low among eligible populations. Unfortunately, this means that lung … Read More

Newsbriefs: Prostate Cancer; BRCA1 and BRCA2

Jul 21, 2017 · · Cancer
New Treatment for Advanced Prostate Cancer. A three-in-one blood test could aid advanced prostate cancer treatment through use of the PARP inhibitor olaparib (Lynparza), which targets mutations in the BRCA genes. PARP helps repair DNA when it becomes damaged. In cancer treatment, blocking PARP may prevent cancer cells from repairing … Read More

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Is on the Rise

Jul 21, 2017 · · Cancer
The World Health Organization estimates that two to three million nonmelanoma skin cancers occur worldwide every year. In the U.S., estimates suggest that between 186,157 and 700,000 cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas (cSCC) are diagnosed annually. A recent study, conducted from 2000 to 2010 and published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings online, … Read More

How to Tell if That Spot May Be Skin Cancer

May 30, 2017 · · Cancer
Skin cancer may seem less threatening than breast, lung, or colon cancers, but if you have the most serious form of skin cancer, melanoma, it can be fatal. A dermatologist can perform a thorough screening of your skin, but between appointments, you need to monitor your skin for signs of … Read More

There is No Safe Form of Tobacco

May 30, 2017 · · Cancer
Lung cancer claims more lives than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. Though smoking and its associated cancers have been on the decline, lung cancer is still the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. But no matter how long and how much you have smoked, quitting can … Read More

Cut Your Cancer Risk

May 22, 2017 · · Cancer
Women frequently list cancer as one of their top health concerns. While some risk factors, such as a genetic predisposition to certain types of cancer, are beyond your control, a growing body of research indicates that choosing a healthy dietary pattern can help protect you. There is no “superfood” that … Read More

Are You at Risk for Esophageal Cancer?

May 18, 2017 · · Cancer
Esophageal cancer is on the rise in the U.S.—according to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 17,000 new cases were diagnosed in 2016. Symptoms typically don’t become apparent until late in the disease, and the fact this cancer is often detected at an advanced stage means that outcomes are poor. … Read More

Newsbriefs: Cancer Treatment; Cancer Fatigue

May 17, 2017 · · Cancer
Potential New Treatment for Cancer Metastasis. A new class of drugs targeting estrogen positive breast cancer, already approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, may be effective also in treating triple-negative breast cancer, Mayo Clinic researchers announced. CDK4/6 inhibitors could prevent the spread of these cancers to distant organs, … Read More

Large Doses of Vitamin C Can Boost Cancer Treatment

May 17, 2017 · · Cancer
Infusing brain and lung cancer patients with 800 to 1,000 times the daily recommended amount (60 mg/day for adults) of vitamin C improved the outcomes of standard cancer treatments in recent clinical trials and was found to extend survival, according to researchers from the University of Iowa. The vitamin works … Read More

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