Breast cancer in the family
Having breast or ovarian cancer in your family can be scary. Learn more about how genes and heredity affect your cancer risk.
What is HPV?
HPV causes most cases of cervical cancer. But what is HPV and how can you protect yourself from it?
Why women skip mammograms
There is overwhelming evidence that mammography is a woman's best weapon against breast cancer and is 85 percent to 90 percent accurate in finding breast cancer. But despite this, many American women still don't get regular mammograms.
Pulmonary nodule: could it be lung cancer?
You're told you have a "spot" on your lung. What happens next? Learn about the key decisions when a chest x-ray reveals a nodule on your lung.
Extra pounds bring cancer risk
Being overweight increases your risk for many types of cancer. A healthy diet and physical activity can help lower the risk.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): when your prostate gland is enlarged
Learn about benign prostatic hypertrophy and get a summary of treatments.
Your first prostate exam
Knowing what to expect when it's time for your first prostate exam can help you prepare, reduce your stress and make the examination easier. Lean the specifics of how a prostate exam is done.
A better night's sleep for people with cancer
It can be hard to get a good night's rest when you're being treated for cancer. Here are some ways to improve the quality of your sleep.
Chemo and forgetfulness: It's not all in your head
You're undergoing chemotherapy, and suddenly it feels like your memory went on vacation. Why does this happen, and is there a way to avoid being so forgetful?
Abnormal mammogram: understanding false-positives
An abnormal mammogram result can be scary, but in many cases it's a false alarm. Learn more about follow-up testing and false-positive results.
Know your prostate cancer risks
Certain factors can raise your risk of getting prostate cancer. Some are unavoidable, but lifestyle changes can lower your risk in other cases.
Breast cancer: coping with the fear
If there's breast cancer in your family or someone close has been diagnosed, are you afraid you're next? Control your fears through lifestyle changes.
Leukemia: finding the best treatment for your child
If your child has leukemia, finding the best care available is your first priority. Follow these tips for finding the best possible treatment for your child.
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