Health News Archives

Vitamin C, E Supplements Won’t Help Prevent Cancer
Findings follow similar results for the prevention of heart disease

Saturated Fats Linked to Cancer of Small Intestine
These fats are found in red meat and processed meats, researchers say

Negative Cancer Messages Backfire With Blacks
Positive approaches more likely to prompt minorities to get checked for disease, study says

Tests Could Predict Benefit From Cancer Drugs
Markers in blood or tumor tissue may help those fighting colon, lung or pancreatic malignancies

Statins Lower Risk of Clots in Cancer Patients
Study found those who took them were less likely to get venous thromboembolism

Colon Cancer Drug Won’t Help Those With Certain Gene Mutation
People with changes in K-ras gene won't benefit from cetuximab, study finds

Cancer Screenings for Medicaid Patients Miss Targets
Only about half receive recommended tests for colon, breast, cervical disease, study finds

Gene Could Link Obesity, Colon Cancer
Variant is tied to a fat hormone, adiponectin, study finds

Blacks at Greater Risk of Precancerous Colon Polyps
Difference is most pronounced among black women, study finds

Virtual Colonoscopy Effective for Average Risk People
Regular colonoscopy's long-term value is also confirmed, studies report