Does talc powder cause ovarian cancer?
Scientists using the largest data set yet saw no link between powder use in the genital area and ovarian cancer. But they urge caution.
Category: Cancer
Wet and cold weather linked to increased cancer rates
In the first study of its kind, researchers identify a surprising link between living in a cold, damp climate and increased rates of cancer.
Is marijuana use associated with a higher risk of cancer?
A new meta-analysis looks at the potential link between marijuana use and an increased risk of cancer, emphasizing the poor quality of existing studies.
Physical activity may protect against prostate cancer
A large study that took a different approach has found that higher levels of physical activity could lower the risk of prostate cancer by 51%.
What to know about non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma refers to a group of cancers that start in the white blood cells. This article looks at their types, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Flu vaccines may shrink tumors and boost cancer treatment
According to recent experiments in mouse models, a flu shot may effectively shrink cancer tumors and boost the effectiveness of immunotherapy.
How might bitter melon help treat cancer?
New research in mouse models suggests that a traditional Indian remedy, the bitter melon, may be effective against cancer. The study authors explain why.
Cancer: Common antibiotic may boost immune system
New research in mice suggests that administering a common antibiotic before radiation therapy can help the immune system fight off cancer.
What to know about a swollen scrotum
There are several potential causes of swelling in the scrotum. This article outlines some of these causes, their symptoms, and their associated treatment options.
Weight loss surgery reduces skin cancer risk
Although obesity is a known risk factor for some cancers, its relationship with skin cancer has been harder to pin down. A recent study takes
