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Recent Cancer Articles

Thyroid Cancer Higher in Volcanic Areas
Study finds exposure to toxic compounds may explain the increased cases

Early Morning Colonoscopies May Find More Polyps
Study suggests differences in patient preparation and doctor fatigue play a role

Istodax Approved for Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
It's a disfiguring cancer affecting the skin

Green Tea May Help Prevent Oral Cancer
Small study reports evidence of cancer-fighting properties

Americans Gaining Awareness of COPD: Survey
Yet half of those with lung disease symptoms remain undiagnosed, experts say

Shorter, More Intense Radiation OK for Some Breast Cancers
Three-week course comparable to six-week treatment, researchers find

New HPV Vaccine Might Stop Vulvar Cancer in its Tracks
Working differently than Gardasil, Cervarix, it targets inside of virus, study shows

PSA Reading Could Predict Post-Radiation Survival
Rising level in prostate cancer patients may call for more treatment, study finds

Focused Radiation May Help Some With Lung Cancer
Study reports successes, especially for those with good lung function

Will New Anemia Drug Top Current Treatments?
Designed for a rare condition, it might have a wider application, experts say