May 24, 2013: Low-Income, Minority Parents More Open to HPV Vaccine for Girls, Study Says
White, middle-class parents less accepting of the cervical cancer shot, researchers contend

May 23, 2013: Modified Polio Virus May Help Fight Brain Tumors, Study Suggests
Treatment is harmless to normal cells but attacks cancer cells; finding is preliminary, researchers say

May 23, 2013: Scientists Can't Replicate Surprising Finding on Alzheimer's Treatment
Skin cancer drug had no effect on brain plaques in mice, three separate research teams report

May 23, 2013: Chronic Heartburn May Raise Odds for Throat Cancer: Study
But simple antacids appear to lower the risk, researchers report

May 22, 2013: CT Scans Reduce Lung Cancer Deaths, Study Confirms
But questions remain about widespread screening

May 22, 2013: Having Both Migraines, Depression May Mean Smaller Brain
But it's unclear what the finding might mean for patients

May 22, 2013: American Cancer Society Celebrates 100 Years of Progress
One million cancer deaths avoided since 1990s, group says

May 22, 2013: Children Who Have CT Scans May Face Higher Cancer Risk
Those exposed before age 5 are most vulnerable, study finds

May 21, 2013: Age, Other Illnesses May Make Prostate Cancer Treatment Unnecessary
For older patients with hypertension, heart failure, different problems will likely cause death, study finds

May 21, 2013: Study Supports Using Low-Dose CT Scans to Spot Early Lung Cancer
But expert notes questions about frequency remain

May 21, 2013: Racial Disparities Seen in U.S. Lung Cancer Treatment
Blacks less likely, Hispanics more likely than whites to undergo surgery as early treatment, study shows

May 20, 2013: Newer, Pricier Prostate Cancer Radiation No Better Than Old: Study
Researchers looked at men who had the therapy after surgery

May 20, 2013: Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices
New survey finds 1 in 7 products still claim an 'SPF' rating of 50 or higher

May 20, 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: Xofigo Approved for Prostate Cancer
When disease has spread to the bones

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: Test Approved to Detect Faulty Lung Cancer Gene
Gene present in 10 percent of NSCLC cases

May 16, 2013: Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds
Likelihood of death, readmission remains high for more than 30 days after heart failure, heart attack

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: How to Quickly Spot Signs of Stroke: Experts
Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery

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: Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC
While 1 in 8 has memory problems and confusion, too few seek help

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 08, 2013: Birth Rates Good After Implanting 1 Embryo, Study Finds
IVF infertility treatments may have better outcomes with 1 'screened' embryo versus 2 'unscreened' embryos

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: Living Long May Protect Against Early Alzheimer's, Study Finds
Dementia starts later in families with exceptional longevity, researchers say

May 06, 2013: Hungry Shoppers Pile High-Calorie Foods in Their Carts
Your body shifts to survival mode at the grocery store, expert says

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