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A new study suggests that one of the most common and affordable vitamins could be key in the fight against one of America’s deadliest cancers. Researchers from Hungary’s Semmelweis University …

Americans have relied on tap water for over a century, but new research suggests it may pose hidden health risks. A Swedish study found that chemicals present in public drinking …

Colorectal cancer has long been seen as a disease affecting older adults, especially those over 65. But recent data shows rates of colorectal cancer are rising among adults under 50, …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new blood test developed by Guardant Health to detect colorectal cancer. The test, named Shield, provides a less invasive and …

American Cancer Society (ACS) reports that colorectal cancer has become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among young adults. [Source] Historically considered a disease of older populations, colon cancer’s ascent …

  A major international review has found that higher body mass index (BMI) may increase the risk of 19 different types of cancer. The analysis expands the list of obesity-related …

A major international review has found that higher body mass index (BMI) may increase the risk of 19 different types of cancer. The analysis expands the list of obesity-related cancers …

A new international study is challenging the idea that cancer is rising mainly in young adults.  Researchers found that cancer rates are climbing across nearly all adult age groups, and …

A new study shows that nearly 75% of future stomach cancer cases could be prevented by getting rid of one common bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori. Published Monday …

A rare but deadly form of cancer is increasing rapidly among younger Americans, according to a new peer-reviewed study.  Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center found that appendix cancer cases …