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What You Need to Know About Cervical Cancer

Broccoli-Sprout Extract Found to Protect Against Skin Cancer

Are You at Risk for Brain Cancer?

If you have a television, radio, or subscribe to just about any newspaper or news magazine, then you know of the recent diagnosis of Senator Ted Kennedy: a brain tumor. And while Senator Kennedy's diagnosis has brought more attention to brain cancer over the past few weeks, the truth is that it is a disease felt by common people everywhere with thousands suffering in the United States alone. Could you be at risk? Keep reading for more information on brain cancer, including risk factors and symptoms.

Scientific Discovery May Help Detect Colon Cancer Earlier

Did you know that colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States? The American Cancer Society estimates that there are 145,000 new cases of colorectal cancer every year, and 56,000 deaths. However, that trend may be on its way to changing. A team of scientists claim that they have discovered a pattern of chemical changes in subjects who were diagnosed with pre-cancerous polyps—a finding that could help detect colon cancer earlier than current testing methods. Let’s take a look at this exciting discovery . . .

Genetic Profiles Help Individualize Breast Cancer Treatments

When you go to a restaurant, you can usually get your food “made to order.” Even the fast food chains of today are capable of catering to your individual likes and needs. When it comes down to it, you can often customize many parts of your life. But what if you could customize your health and medical treatments – even for diseases as dangerous and life-threatening as cancer? Well, recent research suggests that might actually be a possibility. Keep reading to find out more.

New Study Indicates Green Tea Can Help Prevent Breast Cancer

If you could do one little thing to help prevent cancer, wouldn’t it be worth a try? It could even be a small thing, perhaps something as simple as brewing a cup of tea in the morning. Oh wait – it is that simple! A new study reveals that drinking green tea may help protect against breast cancer. Find out more about this exciting discovery . . .

Alternative Treatment Options for Throat Cancer

Do you remember the days when cancer wasn’t talked about openly? Thank goodness those days are over! These days, you probably have taken a pro-active approach when it comes to cancer. As you continue to learn about different kinds of cancers, don’t forget throat cancer! Keep reading for the lowdown on throat cancer, including some all-natural treatment options.

Can You Get Too Much of a Good Thing?

Have you ever had too much of a good thing? Like say, dessert? A few weeks ago we brought you an article about the importance of taking folic acid. But it may be possible to get too much of this essential nutrient in your diet. Let’s take a close look at this recent report . . .

Lung Cancer Risk Cut by 60% with Exposure to Low Levels of Radon Gas

You’ve probably heard the dangers of radon gas, and maybe even have a “radon detector” somewhere in your home. For years the experts have warned about this deadly gas. But could there actually be a benefit to radon exposure? Apparently, yes. Scientists now say that exposure to low-levels of radon gas may cut lung cancer risk by almost 60 percent. Let’s take a deeper look at the possible benefit of what was previously believed to be a silent killer.

Prevent Skin Cancer with a Balanced Diet

Earlier we told you about skin cancer: the risk factors, warning signs and precautions to take when heading out into the sun. But are there other ways to prevent skin cancer? Keep reading to learn how you can protect yourself against skin cancer by adding certain nutrients to your diet.