May 18, 2013: New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon
Advanced colonoscope has wider range of view than traditional models, picks up more polyps, study finds

May 16, 2013: Most Americans Say 'No' to Smoking in Their Homes, Cars
4 out of 5 adults have household bans, but millions of people still breathe secondhand smoke, CDC says

May 16, 2013: New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer
Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

May 16, 2013: Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later
Study found even modest improvements seemed to lower disease risk

May 15, 2013: Cancer Patients May Face Higher Bankruptcy Odds
Washington state study found a nearly tripled risk, with younger adults most vulnerable

May 15, 2013: Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's
A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

May 15, 2013: Angelina Jolie Will Have Ovaries Removed to Lower Chances of Cancer: Report
Actress has already had double mastectomy due to gene linked to high risk for breast, ovarian cancer

May 15, 2013: FDA Approves New Drug to Fight Advanced Prostate Cancer
Xofigo was fast-tracked for approval and is meant for tumors that have spread to the bones

May 14, 2013: Metformin Won't Aid Breast Cancer Survival in Diabetics
Study counters prior research suggesting the medicine might help cancer patients

May 14, 2013: No Drop in Teens' Use of 'Smokeless' Tobacco
Lower taxes on products like chew, snuff may be a factor, study says

May 14, 2013: Hysterectomy May Not Raise Heart Risks After All: Study
Finding might reassure women considering the procedure, researcher says

May 14, 2013: 'Nonsmoking' Hotel Rooms May Not Fully Protect Guests
Partial smoking bans still left study participants with signs of tobacco exposure

May 14, 2013: Angelina Jolie Has Preventive Double Mastectomy
Testing revealed she carries a genetic mutation that left her susceptible to breast cancer

May 13, 2013: Creative Arts May Help Cancer Patients Cope
Review shows participation in dance, music, art or writing can soothe anxiety, depression and pain

May 13, 2013: Agent Orange Tied to Lethal Prostate Cancer
Findings from U.S. veterans should raise awareness of chemical warfare's hazards, researcher says

May 13, 2013: Scientists Discover More Genetic Clues to Testicular Cancer
Disease risk is strongly tied to family history

May 11, 2013: Grilling Tips to Cut Colon Cancer Risk
Use less red meat, marinate and precook indoors, nutrition expert advises

May 10, 2013: Study Claims Marijuana Tied to Lower Bladder Cancer Risk
But experts question the study's design and are skeptical of the conclusion

May 10, 2013: Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels
Choosing effective sun protection should be easier now, experts say

May 09, 2013: Socializing May Ease Pain of Breast Cancer
Study found that women with the largest support networks reported best quality of life

May 09, 2013: Gene Discovery May Offer Breakthrough for Rare Leukemia
Study found drug used for one condition also targets genes affecting different blood disorder

May 09, 2013: Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study
Dermatologists say redheads must take extra care to check skin, avoid sun

May 08, 2013: Just How Might Exercise Lower Breast Cancer Risk?
Scientists identify changes in estrogen metabolism as key factor

May 07, 2013: Cholesterol Drugs Might Boost Kidney Cancer Survival
Study finds statin medications tied to lower death risk after nearly 4 years of follow-up

May 07, 2013: Testicular Cancer on Rise in U.S., Especially Among Hispanic Men
Study finds slow, steady increase, but experts say condition remains uncommon

May 07, 2013: Half of People With Hepatitis C Don't Complete Needed Tests: CDC
Without treatment, virus can lead to liver cancer

May 07, 2013: Prostate Cancer May Be Deadlier for the Uninsured
Study found they were more likely to have a higher PSA test score, advanced disease and shorter survival

May 07, 2013: Sleep Woes Tied to Prostate Cancer Risk in Study
Men least likely to nod off were most likely to have severe disease, researchers found

May 06, 2013: FDA Proposes Tougher Warnings for Tanning Beds
But stops short of ban for those younger than 18, as advisory panel had recommended

May 06, 2013: Study Links Timing of ER Visit to Prostate Cancer Survival Odds
In patients whose disease has spread, weekend admissions tend to have worse outcomes

May 03, 2013: Trees Plus Man-Made Pollution Creates Smog, Study Suggests
Interaction between pollution and molecules produced by nature may lead to lung cancer, researchers say

May 03, 2013: Urologists' Group Issues Updated Guidelines on PSA Test
Most younger men and those over 70 don't need prostate cancer screening; middle-aged men should talk with their doctor

May 03, 2013: At-Home Drug Errors Common for Kids With Cancer, Research Shows
Study author says parents need more support, better awareness

May 02, 2013: Longer Wait for Mammogram After Benign Breast Biopsy May Be Warranted
Study suggests imaging tests done less than a year later find little cancer, drain health care dollars

May 01, 2013: Scientists Pinpoint Most Major Genes Behind Deadly Blood Cancer
Say they now have the 'playbook' for battling acute myeloid leukemia

May 01, 2013: Implants May Delay Breast Cancer Detection, Raise Death Risk
Study found one-fourth higher odds of being diagnosed with later-stage disease

April 30, 2013: For Some Seniors With Skin Cancer, Surgery Not Always Best Choice
Risk of complications may outweigh benefits for frail elderly who do not have melanoma, study suggests

April 30, 2013: Women Smokers More Likely to Get Colon Cancer Than Men: Study
Just a few cigarettes a day raises their risk, researchers say

April 29, 2013: Water Pipe No Safer Than Cigarettes: Study
'Hookahs' expose people to higher levels of carbon monoxide and benzene, researchers say

April 27, 2013: Too Much Drinking, Weight May Harm Liver
Study suggests women at higher risk for chronic liver disease

April 25, 2013: Soaring Prices Keep Leukemia Drugs From Patients, Experts Say
$100,000-a-year meds seen as obstacle to treatment

April 25, 2013: Race, Income Tied to Breast Cancer Treatment Delays, Reduced Survival
Study of young women found big difference if treatment started within 2 weeks versus 6 weeks

April 24, 2013: Many Kids Who Undergo Stem Cell Transplants Must Return to Hospital
Study found readmissions for fever, infections and gastro problems

April 24, 2013: Many Who Got Thyroid Cancer After Chernobyl Still Alive: Study
Finding gives hope to those exposed to radiation in other nuclear disasters, researchers say

April 23, 2013: Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers Tied to Risk for Other Cancers
Findings come from two large, long-term studies of U.S. health professionals

April 23, 2013: Obesity Linked to Prostate Cancer, Study Finds
Men who had a biopsy that didn't find cancer were at raised risk for disease later if they were obese

April 22, 2013: Mammograms Can Measure How Breast Cancer Drug Is Working: Study
Those on tamoxifen who showed reduction in breast density had 50 percent lower risk of death within 15 years

April 22, 2013: Testing Lung Cancer Patients for Gene May Aid Treatment, Study Finds
For those with the gene, drugs appeared to extend survival without spread of disease by several months

April 22, 2013: Using Marijuana to Treat Pain? A Pill May Outlast a Puff
Study shows a pill containing THC lasts longer and may be safer than smoking pot

April 22, 2013: Scientists Spot Cancer Metabolism Changes
Could help efforts to develop drugs to starve tumors, researchers say