Cancer. Discover the latest in cancer news, research, clinical studies, health and prevention tips for both men and women from Dr. David Samadi. Explore latest news on cancer treatment, detection and prevention in common cancers such as lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer, kidney cancer, throat cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and other cancers.
Bladder cancer is often associated with being a higher risk in men, but it's also a risk for women. The number of new cases and deaths was 20.3 per 100,00 men and women per year in 2012. Approximately 2.4 percent of men and women will be diagnosed with bladder cancer at some point during their lifetime, based on 2010-2012 data and an estimated 577,403 people living with bladder cancer in the United States.
Read MoreColon cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women. In 2014 alone, almost 137,000 people were diagnosed with 50,000 dying. As with all cancers, early detection and treatment can save a life. It's important to understand the signs and symptoms of the disease.
Read MoreSmoking is a serious chronic condition, which increases the risk of cancer (lung, stomach, bladder esophageal, mouth, colon, and pancreatic), as well as a plethora of other health concerns like heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and lung disease – just to name a few.
It is estimated that cigarette smoking is responsible for over 443,000 premature deaths annually and $193 billion in heath care costs each year, in this country alone.
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