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cancer

The taste of healing

A 75-year-old world traveler battled through cancer treatment to reclaim the joys of adventure.

‘A big move forward’

One-stop blood test shows early promise in detecting eight types of cancer.

Screening, treatment cut breast cancer deaths in half

Mammography is an important contributor to the reduction in breast cancer mortality.

Patient Story

Saved by his stem cells

At age 17, Joshua Do had never heard of Ewing sarcoma—or the promising treatment known as autologous stem cell transplant.

BRCA awareness surges

Celebrities and media have likely played a role in boosting awareness about genetic testing for abnormal breast cancer genes.

Patient Story

‘I’d rather be fighting fires’

A township fire chief is forced away from the flames to fight a new battle—against cancer.

Study: Obesity, diabetes can lead to cancer

More than 1 in 20 cancers worldwide may be attributable to excess weight and diabetes.

Patient Story

‘We feel so blessed’

A Make-A-Wish celebration puts a spotlight on a 3-year-old who will soon go to Walt Disney World with his family.

Smog may harm your bones, too

Health risks of air pollution include cardiovascular and respiratory disease, cancer, impaired cognition and osteoporosis.

Patient Story

Three hearts beat as one

Heartbeat recording creates keepsake for cancer patient and her family.

Quit smoking—for good

Make a plan today for a better tomorrow.

Even light drinking may raise your cancer risk

Maybe you should skip that glass of wine tonight, because any amount of imbibing appears to have a negative effect.