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Nearly half all Americans over age 30 suffer from some form of gum disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer risk elevated with severe gum disease

Odds of developing colorectal cancer were increased particularly for nonsmokers with severe gum disease.

31 Jan 2018 2:32 PM IST

Eating more red and processed meat was not associated with survival or cancer recurrence. (Photo: Pixabay)

More activity, healthier diet tied to extended survival after colon...

Eating more red and processed meat was not associated with survival or cancer recurrence.

19 April 2018 3:14 PM IST

Now, dyes are being tested to make cancer cells light up so doctors can cut them out and give patients a better shot at survival. (Photo: Pixabay)

Doctors hunt for hidden cancers with glowing dyes

Early-stage studies have been done for skin, brain and breast cancers in adults, and brain tumors in children.

15 March 2018 3:04 PM IST

Smokers are charged higher premiums by employers, this entitles them to programs that will help them quit smoking at the same time. (Photo: Pixabay)

Employee health plans charge smokers extra but don't help them quit

Smokers are charged higher premiums by employers, this entitles them to programs that will help them quit smoking at the...

17 March 2018 10:00 AM IST

Cancer can put a patients life on hold, especially among young adults who are just starting their careers or families. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cancer: How it affects sexual functioning

The findings have been published in the American Cancer Society journal Cancer.

21 Dec 2017 4:57 PM IST