Uterine Cancer
Vitamin D May Help Prevent Uterine Fibroids
Women with adequate levels of the nutrient less likely to get the noncancerous growths, study shows
WEDNESDAY, April 17 (HealthDay News) -- Women with adequate levels of vitamin D are less likely to develop uterine fibroids than those with insufficient levels, a new study finds.
Keeping Fit May Boost Survival With Endometrial Cancer
Study found higher death risk for those who were overweight, physically inactive
TUESDAY, Jan. 8 (HealthDay News) -- Endometrial cancer patients are much more likely to die if they're overweight and physically inactive, a new study finds.
U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
But, for some hard-to-treat cancers, deaths are increasing
MONDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Deaths from cancer continue to drop for American men and women from most racial and ethnic groups, according to a new report, with significant declines seen for lung, colorectal, breast, prostate and other forms of cancer.
Stem Cell Technology May Help Rejuvenate Immune Cells
Manipulation of aging T-cells might help them defend against diseases such as HIV and cancer, researchers say
THURSDAY, Jan. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Stem cell technology may one day give new life to tired immune cells so they can battle diseases such as HIV and cancer more effectively, two new studies suggest.
U.S. Cancer Screening Rates Dropping: Study
Confusing guidelines, insurance gaps may discourage people from getting recommended testing
THURSDAY, Dec. 27 (HealthDay News) -- The number of Americans seeking cancer screening has declined over the past decade, a new study finds, with less than optimal levels for most types of cancer.
Children of Older Parents With Cancer May Be at Risk, Too
Swedish researchers say genetics must play a part in increased odds
THURSDAY, Dec. 20 (HealthDay News) -- Children of parents diagnosed with cancer when they're old are at increased risk for certain types of cancer, a new study suggests.
How Chemotherapy Can Affect Your Weight
There are many ways that cancer can affect your life, and being prepared for them may help make the journey a little easier. For instance, you're probably aware that chemotherapy can cause your hair to fall out and may have readied yourself for that by doing some wig or hat shopping.
Parenting After a Cancer Diagnosis
Perhaps the people who are hit the hardest after a cancer diagnosis are the children of the affected individual. This is especially true when dealing with kids who are still dependent on their sick parent and may not be able to cope as well as adults.
Preventive Measures in Health Care: Are Women Getting It?
Benjamin Franklin once said, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Wise words and definitely applicable when it comes to speaking of preventive measures to keep chronic health issues at bay.
Tuesday, Sep 04th 2012
Need Another Incentive to Eat Less and Work Out More?
The news this week gives me yet another reason to eat well and exercise regularly: the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) says that 7 in 10 cases of endometrial cancer are caused by carrying excess body fat and a lack of physical activity.
