Did you know that testicular cancer can strike in young men as early as 15 years of age? The good news that when detected early, testicular cancer can be treated ... Read More

Cancer is a disease that not only affects the patient, but the people around them. When people find out a friend or family member has cancer, they often feel they ... Read More

Garlic is famed for it's supposed health benefits. In fact, it has been used medicinally for over 5000 years for various ailments. From lowering blood pressure to it's anti-bacterial properties, ... Read More

Genentech Inc., the maker of the cancer drug Avastin, had added a warning to their label stating a possible link between a brain condition and the use of the drug. ... Read More

Researchers from Walter Reed Army Medical Center have discovered that race may have an impact on the survival rate of women with endometrial cancer. Women in the study all received ... Read More

Many people with a variety of conditions turn to clinical trials. Clinical trials study the effectiveness and safety of medications to prevent and treat illnesses. Cancer patients often seek clinical ... Read More

When most people think of lung cancer symptoms, they think of coughing of blood or just coughing in general. While this is true, there are many more symptoms of lung ... Read More

If you search for breast cancer in any seach engine, you will get thousands of results. There are literally thousand of breast cancer organizations offerering breast cancer information. The thing ... Read More

Inflammatory breast cancer, or IBC for short, a rare type of breast cancer. Inflammatory breast cancer symptoms are different from the more common types of breast cancer, debunking the breast ... Read More

Lymphoma is one of those diseases that people often talk about in passing, yet know little about. Lymphoma is a disease that affects the lymphatic system, part of our immune ... Read More

Michigan legislators are calling for a new bill that would require 6th grade girls to be vaccinated with the HPV vaccine for school entry. If approved, Michigan will be the ... Read More

Ann Richards, former Texas governor, has died of esophageal cancer. She was 73. Richards passed away September 13th in her Austin home, reportedly surrounded by friends and family. Those wishing ... Read More

Brisitsh singer/actress Marianne Faithful has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has rescheduled her world tour. It has been reported that the disease has been detected early and that Faithful ... Read More

My last Pap smear came back as ASCUS. Now, my doctor is sending me for a colposcopy and possible biopsy. Does this mean my doctor thinks I may have cervical ... Read More

Olive oil has been used for centuries, from medicinal purposes to an ingredient in our favorite recipes, but did you know that olive oil may help prevent cancer and help ... Read More

There is sometimes a delay in diagnosing pancreatic cancer because pancreatic cancer symptoms are similar to those of many other illnesses. There are several risk factors for pancreatic cancer, inlcuding ... Read More

If you have had a Pap smear before, you know the drill. Most doctors send out a card in the mail if everything came back normal, and abnormal Pap smear ... Read More

Prostate cancer is a disease all men need to be concerned with, even if they do not hav a family history of the disease. Did you know that over 225,000 ... Read More

Gerson Therapy is a dietary based alternative cancer treatment. The use of organic fruits and vegetables, enzymes, minerals and hormones help the body to heal, detox, and increase metabolism in ... Read More

Smoking cessation wonder pill Chantix is now available in US pharmacies with a valid prescription. Chantix was recently approved the FDA and produced impressive results in clinical trials. Chantix works ... Read More

Flaxseed is taking the world by storm. Even though the plant has been used for centuries, it's becoming a popular dietary supplement! Studies about flaxseed and it's effects on cancer ... Read More

Could an age old energy therapy really make a difference in the quality of life for cancer patients? Many say that reiki therapy has helped with depression, pain, and even ... Read More

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a material used in construction and inductrial materials. Although not commonly used today, millions have been ... Read More

In the shuffle of being treated for breast cancer, many children often unintentionally left in the dark about their mother's or grandmother's treatment. Children are naturally inquisitive, and with cancer ... Read More

Women sometimes wonder if a personal (or family) history of ovarian cancer means they have to be extra concerned about colon cancer, too. Learn more about the connection in this FAQ ... Read More

September kicks off National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Each year in September, awareness is raised about ovarian cancer, a disease that is often called the "silent killer". Fast Facts About ... Read More