Cancer
Cancer is the catchall term applied to diseases caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells. Cancer isn't one disease. It is many different diseases, more than 100 and counting.
Each kind of cancer is usually named for the cell type in which it begins — cancer that starts in a lung is called lung cancer; cancer that starts in pigment cells in the skin, which are known as melanocytes, is called melanoma.
When detected and treated early, cancer can often be stopped. That said, cancer is a leading cause of death and disability around the world.
Cancer Articles
Having a low blood level of vitamin D was associated with a higher relative risk of some cancers, especially liver cancer, according to a study of almost 34,000 people.
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Any kind of cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. But one part of the cancer process that often gets pushed aside is the psychological aspect of how to manage the stress, anxiety, and depression that come with it. No matter a person’s prognosis, there are ways to address the emotional aspects of dealing with cancer.
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A study published Feb. 14, 2018, in The BMJ suggests that each 10% increase in consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with a 12% higher risk for cancer in general and an 11% increased risk for breast cancer.
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People who followed an “inflammatory” diet that contained red and processed meat and refined grains had a 44% greater risk of developing colon cancer compared with people who ate a low-inflammation diet, which included high amounts of green leafy vegetables and whole grains.
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Nail salon lamps, whether they are labeled LED or UV, all emit ultraviolet radiation, so protect your skin during manicures by using sunscreen or wearing fingerless gloves.
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Eating more ultra-processed foods could increase cancer risk.
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Scientists have created a blood test that can detect cancer in the early stages. It may one day be available as a screening test.
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Diets that are rich in foods that promote inflammation—such as red and processed meats, sugary drinks, and refined grains—are associated with colorectal cancer.
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Using a prescription cream called 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) for two to four weeks reduced people’s risk from squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), the second most common cancer in the United States, by 75% for one year.
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Some cases of ovarian cancer originate in the fallopian tubes. Some experts recommend that women who are undergoing pelvic surgery consider having their fallopian tubes removed, a strategy that may help prevent ovarian cancer. But there are potential risks of tube removal should be balanced against the potential benefits. A lack of information about the long-term risks of the procedure is one factor to consider.
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