Understanding Colorectal Cancer
It may be socially taboo to discuss our colons, rectums and anything having to do with poop, but there’s nothing embarrassing about being open and honest about colorectal cancer. Cancer is dangerous, no matter where
When Prostate Cancer Spreads to the Bones, Radiation Therapy may be an Option
Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer to affect American men. The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 165,000 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in 2018. At this
Survivable and Common, Being Aware of Prostate Cancer Risk Saves Lives
About one man in seven will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society says—a statistic that means the odds are good you or someone you know will have or has had prostate cancer.
Know the Facts About Lung & Bronchus Cancer
Lung and bronchus cancer is the second most common non-skin cancer among American men and women, after prostate cancer in men and breast cancer in women. It is also the leading cause of cancer-related death
A Different Kind of Family Tree: Building Your Family Health History
It’s a common saying that you can pick your friends but you can’t pick your family. To take things one step further, you definitely can’t do much about the family medical history you inherit from
Uncomfortable but Necessary, Mammograms Save Lives
It’s awkward. It’s uncomfortable. I can’t afford it. My family doesn’t have a history of breast cancer. Is a mammogram really that important? During October, women’s health organizations band together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month,
Raise a Toast to Good Health!
Whether you kick back with a glass every day as a way to relax or only imbibe on special occasions, wine has been linked to better heart health and longevity, which is something we can
Top Scary Health Myths Women Can Stop Worrying About
No one is immune to a good myth, especially when it’s regarding our health and well-being, and with the advent of the internet, it’s even easier to succumb to the newest health myth and the
Ovarian Cancer—Another Reason to Not Skip That Yearly Exam
This year, 22,440 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the American Cancer Society says. Even more alarming, about 14,080 women will die from ovarian cancer this year. Ovarian cancer is fifth in all cancer
Teen Tobacco Use on the Decline
Ask any parent … teenagers are notorious for pushing boundaries and testing limits, oftentimes to their detriment. And while making questionable choices is perhaps just part of growing up, there’s some recent positive news that