Cancer

Ask the Doctor: Secondhand Smoke; Hypoallergenic Products

Apr 11, 2016 · · Cancer
Q. My sister has recently come to live with me, and she is a smoker. I’m concerned for my health, but she says the risks of secondhand smoking are exaggerated. Should I be worried? A. Your concern is well-founded—nonsmokers who are exposed to secondhand smoke are inhaling many of the … Read More

A New Look at Colonoscopies

Apr 11, 2016 · · Cancer
A colonoscopy is the best way to identify early-stage colon cancer, which is the third leading cause of cancer death among adults. However, many people still avoid the procedure for a simple reason: fear of the unknown. “The fear of test preparation, the test itself, and even what the results … Read More

Be Aware of Cancer Red Flags

Apr 8, 2016 · · Cancer
People could be putting their lives at risk by dismissing potential warning signs of cancer as less serious symptoms, according to a 2014 study (PLOS ONE, Dec. 2). More than half of the study’s 1,724 respondents said they had experienced at least one red-flag cancer “alarm” symptom during the previous … Read More

Ask the Doctor: Cell Phones and Brain Tumors

Apr 7, 2016 · · Cancer
Q. My sister is convinced that cell phones cause brain tumors. What does the research show? A. This particular rumor surfaces frequently, but the majority of studies that have looked for a link between health problems and cell phone use (especially brain tumors) have found no association between the two. … Read More

Good Nutrition Is Essential During Cancer Treatment

Apr 7, 2016 · · Cancer
Anyone who’s undergone cancer treatment or seen a loved one endure chemotherapy knows that the side effects of treatment can be severe. Among the common hurdles facing cancer patients is getting adequate nutrition while undergoing treatment. Clinical dietitian Shayne Robinson, RD, CSO, CDN, with NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, says, “Malnutrition in cancer … Read More

Many Cancer Survivors’ Diets Low in Important Nutrients

Apr 6, 2016 · · Cancer
Many cancer survivors are consuming fewer essential nutrients, including calcium and vitamin D, and higher amounts of saturated fat and sodium than are found in a healthy dietary pattern, according to a study published in CANCER, a journal of the American Cancer Society. Researchers analyzed the dietary content of more … Read More

Obesity Raises Risk for Thyroid Cancer

Apr 6, 2016 · · Cancer
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of thyroid cancer, according to a recent review (Obesity Reviews, Sept. 14, 2015). Researchers analyzing 21 articles comprising 12,199 thyroid cancer cases found that, compared with normal-weight individuals, the risk of thyroid cancer was significantly greater for overweight and obese individuals (25 and … Read More

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