In spite of there being a hereditary aspect in certain types of cancer, a solid family history does not mean that one inevitably develops cancer. The actual change-maker? Lifestyle prevention.
As colorectal cancer (CRC) is now the leading cause of cancer death in adults under 50, a new report reveals some surprising shifts in the incidence of the disease. Although rates of CRC have been ...
A survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research to highlight Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month found that 42% of women and 54% of men were unclear on many of their relatives’ medical history.
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Lung cancer not solely a disease for smokers

While smoking remains the leading risk factor, other contributors include secondhand smoke, air pollution, radon exposure and a family history of lung cancer.
Women welcome Singapore's move to subsidise genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer and cover preventive surgery. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Doctors warn that alcohol use can increase colorectal cancer risk, especially with long-term and frequent consumption, as cases rise among younger adults.