HEALTH 3 days ago Seniors and breast cancer: Why aren’t older women told to get mammograms? The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women between the ages of 40 and 74 should get mammograms every other year, but some experts object to the older cut-off age.
HEALTH 5 days ago 8 important health stories to know about in case you missed them As you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.
HEALTH April 30 Common mental health problem can shorten cancer survivors’ lives, study finds: ‘Critical issue’ Cancer survivors who feel lonely tend to have a greater risk of dying, according to research from the American Cancer Society. Researchers and mental health experts offered insights.
HEALTH April 30 Breast cancer mammogram screenings should start at age 40 instead of 50, says health task force Women should get mammograms every other year starting at age 40, according to updated recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).
HEALTH April 29 Cancer immunity gets a boost from one common nutrient, study finds: ‘Intrigue and optimism’ Vitamin D could be a surprise weapon against cancer, new research suggests. A doctor weighed in in on the nutrient's impact on immune response and tumor growth.
VIDEO April 29 Early-onset cancer diagnoses up by nearly 80 percent since 1990 Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel explains possible reasons behind the increase in young people with cancer diagnoses and discusses the Biden administration's move to delay a ban on menthol cigarettes.
HEALTH April 29 Cancer trends revealed, including most common types of the disease and biggest risk factors USAFacts, a Washington-based nonprofit that compiles and reports on government data, took a deep dive into the latest cancer data to identify trends. Here are the key findings.
King Charles III April 27 King Charles' cancer battle has him 'determined to make his mark on history': expert King Charles announced Friday that he will be resuming his royal duties Tuesday, nearly three months after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Joe Biden April 26 Biden admin abruptly delays plan to ban menthol cigarettes amid widespread opposition The Biden administration said it is delaying regulations to ban menthol cigarettes in a stunning announcement Friday after the proposal garnered significant opposition.
OPINION April 25 Could it be cancer?' What to do when fear gets ahead of facts Fear of cancer is everywhere. It can strike you without warning, when you feel you are well, or when you are sick but are hoping it is something more fleeting like a virus.