cancer screening tests

A recently published study in a high-profile medical journal appeared to call into question the efficacy of colonoscopy, a proven and widely utilized strategy for the screening and prevention of colorectal cancer. News headlines were striking: “Disappointing results on colonoscopy benefits”; “New study suggests benefits of colonoscopies may be overestimated”; “In gold-standard trial, invitation to […]

The exact cause of colon cancer is unknown, however there are several risk factors that increase a person’s likelihood of developing it. And while there is no surefire way to prevent colon cancer, there are some preventative measures people can take to help protect against it.

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. From the diagnosis to the staging, it’s a lot to understand. To help you better understand the disease you are battling, here’s everything you should know about the four stages of cancer.

We’re here to tell you all of the important screenings and tests every senior should get and why they are important to you and your health.

In addition to wearing sunscreen, we should all be doing regular skin checks for dangerous or suspicious moles. Here are some common warning signs to look for.

Even though we’re making advancements, there’s still a lot we don’t know about cancer which means there’s a lot of misconception out there. We’re here to clarify what the cold hard facts are behind these 14 common myths and misconceptions.