If colorectal cancer runs in your family, you might wonder whether you will be affected too. Knowing your Lynch syndrome status can provide important clues — and get you started on the path to protecting your health.  Lynch syndrome is the most commonl...

Pancreatic cancer is a tough disease to catch early because it doesn’t always cause clear symptoms right away. Still, noticing changes in your body can be important, and new-onset diabetes might be one of those signs to pay attention to.Each year, more than...

If you’re worried about your risk for breast cancer, you’re not alone. That’s especially true if you have a family history of the disease. But if your family or medical history puts you at higher risk for the disease, chemopreventive medications may help pr...

The holidays can be hard for people with cancer. That’s where you come in. Support from friends and family members can make a big difference. By honoring your loved one’s needs, you’ll lighten their load — and make a tough time of year a little more joyful....

Appendix cancers are rare. Fewer than 1,500 people are diagnosed with them each year. But for those who do receive this diagnosis, getting the right treatment depends on knowing what type of appendix tumor they have.  To understand why, it helps to kno...

Catching cancer early can mean more treatment options and better outcomes. But when it comes to lung cancer, early detection can be a challenge. Symptoms often don’t start until the cancer has already begun to spread. And when they do occur, it’s easy to mi...