There has been an ongoing debate in the scientific community on whether cancer is simply a matter of “bad luck” or if it can be prevented. This debate was significantly bolstered by a study published in the January 2, 2015, issue of Science, which suggests that 65% of cancer cases are caused by random genetic...
Recent research surrounding cooking oils has raised concerns about their potential health risks, particularly over their potential link to cancer. A growing body of evidence is giving way to a reassessment of what is considered a “healthy” cooking oil. Several studies, including those examining oils in the context of prostate cancer, suggest that the type...
Vaping has become quite popular, especially among teens and young adults. With its sleek designs and claims of being a “safer” alternative to smoking, it’s easy to see why so many people are drawn to it. But here’s the thing, a recent, eye-opening simulation, backed by solid science and shared in a viral YouTube video,...
We all tend to think of organ donations and transplants as real life saving, medical marvel type procedures. They are a pretty impressive feat, after all. While transplants save countless lives each year, they do come with risks. Often, those risks can be fatal. In a tragic and rare medical occurrence, a man from California...
Parabens are a type of chemical used to extend the shelf-life of products. They appear in many brands of cosmetics, hair care items, lotions, and more, to protect consumers from the growth of harmful bacteria. Despite being considered overall safe, many scientists are investigating paraben’s potential effects on human health. A recent show has discovered...
Fasting has been growing in popularity over the last few decades. This is no surprise considering that there have been several studies that link fasting to longevity. New studies have shown that fasting can reduce risk factors for many serious health issues. Additionally, new research has suggested that people diagnosed with cancer can also benefit...
Your eyes are not just windows to the world—they’re also windows to your health. While we all deal with the occasional dry eye or screen fatigue, some changes in your vision shouldn’t be ignored. In fact, certain symptoms could be telling you something more serious is going on, like eye cancer. The American Cancer Society...
How much do you know about colon cancer? A single mother has stepped forward and spoken about her battle with stage four colon cancer in an effort to raise awareness around the warning signs she dismissed. Mother of one, Radwah Oda from Texas has been juggling raising her child, maintaining an office job and fighting...
Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are revolutionizing cancer detection and care. Researchers now report that AI tools can identify breast cancer up to five years before clinical diagnosis, transforming the landscape of early detection and personalized treatment. AI and Mammography Traditional mammography, though widely used, has limitations in accuracy. AI is changing this. Recent studies...
Faye Louise, a young woman from Horsham, West Sussex, in the UK took on a life-altering journey following a shocking diagnosis of a rare cancer. She went from what it seemed like being a healthy individual one day to an incredible cancer battle involving what is described as ‘the mother of all surgeries,’ the next....
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, and early detection is vital for effective treatment. As a colorectal cancer doctor, Dr. Ursina Teitelbaum from Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center talked to the Huffington Post about the common mistakes to avoid for good bowel health. This is everything you need to know about your...
Lee Rawlison was unaware he had terminal cancer. The 51-year-old father of two was a healthy marathon runner and worked as a medical sales representative. He had only one symptom warning him of the tumor: pain in his abdomen. It began as mild and grew severe. By the time he was finally diagnosed, doctors said...