Taking care of someone with a chronic illness like cancer poses unique challenges. How do you become a great caregiver?
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7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About HPV
HPV can cause several different kinds of cancer, but early detection is possible if you know what to look for. Here are seven surprising things you should know.
Can Your Dog Sniff Out Cancer? So Can Your Doctor
Several research studies suggest that our four-legged friends may be able to help our health in even more life-saving ways: by picking up the scent of chemical compounds present in melanoma and cancers of the prostate, bladder, lung and breast.
Lumps and Bumps on Your Body: When You Should Worry
Finding a new lump or bump on your body would give most of us pause. After all, a lump can, in rare cases, mean cancer. But not every bump or lump is worth worrying about.
Keep Your Love and Romance While Living With Cancer
Communication and an open mind can help you and your partner find new paths to intimacy when cancer causes problems in the bedroom.
7 Questions to Ask About Your Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Being diagnosed with cancer or any major illness is overwhelming and confusing. Here are seven questions to ask your oncologist so you can understand your stage, prognosis and treatment options.
Study: Exercise Lowers Risk of Some Cancers by 20 Percent or More
It’s well-known that exercise is good for your heart and can lower the risk of developing medical conditions like heart disease and diabetes. A large study released Monday now shows that exercise is an important factor in reducing the risk of developing a wide range of cancers, too.
Breast, Bladder, Colon, Skin Cancer: Are You At Risk?
It makes sense to know the risk factors that you can control — and then avoid or eliminate them entirely to lower your risk of developing certain cancers. Here is our collection of advice to help you know more about your risk of developing breast, bladder, colon or skin cancers.
Does Cancer in a Kidney Put Both Your Kidneys at Risk?
If you are diagnosed with cancer in a kidney, you may lose that kidney. But is your other kidney also at risk? Learn more about what to expect from renal cancer treatment.
Why You Shouldn’t Assume You Are Too Young for Rectal Cancer
Rectal cancer typically affects people later in life, but doctors are seeing a surprising trend toward younger patients, particularly younger baby boomers. A colorectal surgeon answers some key questions.