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August 17, 2013 · Cancer Research

Could Dogs Learn to Sniff Out Ovarian Cancer?

Now, I am sure that you are all familiar with dogs that have been trained to help sniff out things like bombs or drugs, and these ever faithful companions have also helped pull people from disasters like fires. However,…

July 31, 2013 · Cancer Prevention

U.S. Task Force Reveals New Screening Guidelines for Lung Cancer

A panel of U.S. doctors that offer advice for government health policy decisions has recommended annual lung cancer screenings via low-dose CT scan for older smokers. This is the latest decision from the U.S. Preventive…

July 27, 2013 · Cancer Prevention

Could Bacterial Infections be the Cause of Pancreatic Cancer?

According to recent research, it seems that certain bacterial infections could play a role in triggering the onset of pancreatic cancer . This data is based on a growing number of cancer clinical studies which suggest…

July 15, 2013 · Health & Wellness

July is UV Safety Month

Depending on where you live, July can be one of the hottest months of the year. It is also one of the perfect time to get some more sun, whether it be at the beach, outdoor barbeques, or catching a game at the ballpark.…

July 5, 2013 · In The Media

Could a Chemical in Pepsi Really Cause Cancer?

An environmental group has claimed that the caramel coloring agent used in Pepsi actually contains a threateningly high level of a carcinogen (not the type of substances you want in your body ). One of the most…

July 1, 2013 · Cancer Prevention

Reduce Your Risk of Prostate Cancer with 8 Lifestyle Changes

The World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has eight new lifestyle changes that they strongly recommend for the prevention of prostate cancer. A new study shows that by following these eight lifestyle recommendations, you…

June 21, 2013 · Breast Cancer

Fight Breast Cancer the Natural Way

  Among women the world over, there aren’t many things more dreaded than breast cancer . This deadly disease not only takes a significant toll on the patient, but also all of the loved ones in their life. Most…

June 17, 2013 · Cancer Research

Uncovering Clues to the Spread of Cancer

A team of scientists from the University College in London have been conducting revolutionary experiments in the field of cancer research . Their work has provided some valuable insight into what causes cancer to…

May 29, 2013 · Cancer Prevention

Dogs Get Cancer Too: May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

Based on a research study that was published in the journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2011, approximately 30 percent of older dogs will eventually succumb to cancer. In order to ensure that more pet owners…

May 26, 2013 · Cancer Research

Worth the Risk? Actos Linked to Bladder Cancer

A number of recent studies have suggested that the link between Actos (pioglitazone) and bladder cancer was much stronger than was indicated in prior clinical trials. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…