The Deadliest Cancers
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We've been fighting the war on cancer for more than 45 years in the U.S. Of course, cancer of all types can be aggressive but there are a few specific types both men and women should be aware of.
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Understanding Rare Cancer, Multiple Myeloma
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Even though multiple myeloma is considered rare, affecting 20 to 200 thousand people in the US per year, it's still a type of cancer both men and women need to know about.
Read MoreScientists Discover Potential Immunity Booster for Viruses and Cancer
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Scientists may have discovered a new protein plays a central role in promoting immunity to viruses and cancer, opening the door to new therapies. Will this lead us to better treatments for cancer? We explore.
Read MoreAnniversary of Sean Kimerling: Importance of Testicular Cancer Screening
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April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. In honor of the late Sean Kimerling, the Emmy Award-winning anchor of WB 11 sports and pre-game announcer for the Mets, who passed away from testicular cancer on September 9, 2003 at age 37, we want to stress to men the importance of screening and understanding their risk factors early on.
Read MoreIs Testicular Surgery Right for You?
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If you've been diagnosed with testicular cancer, you have many treatment options available. It's important know this cancer is 90-95% curable if caught early. Here's your options.
Read MorePotential Cure for Melanoma?
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Melanoma is the deadliest skin cancer and most common in Utah. Which is why researchers have been tirelessly working towards better treatment methods and of course, a cure, over the last decade. They may have had a breakthrough this past week. We explore.
Read MoreDiagnosed with Testicular Cancer? Know your treatment options.
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April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and we want men who have recently been diagnosed to know this cancer is curable. Here are the treatment options available today.
Read More7 Foods that Increase Risk of Cancer
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Often we hear about cancer-fighting foods that help combat the disease but did you know there are also foods to stay away from? Here are 7.
Read MoreFish Oil Use May Make Cancer Patients Resistant to Chemotherapy
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Fish oils may affect cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreCause of Liver Cancer: 3 Drinks A Day
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Liver cancer is a significant disease and alcoholism is a root cause. But this new study actually quantifies the number of alcoholic beverages that may cause it.
Preventive Cancer Screenings: Breast, Ovarian and Prostate Cancer
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In light of the big news this week around Angelina Jolie removing her ovaries to prevent her risk of ovarian cancer, we're evaluating cancer prevention methods. Cancer screening is a huge debate in America. Guidelines change frequently, debates among experts and doctors and other factors play a role. Here we evaluate the facts around ovarian, breast and current prostate cancer screening guidelines and what you need to know.
Read MoreArtificial Sweeteners May Fight Cancer
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For the last few years, we've seen artificial sweeteners get a bad rep because of preservatives, fillers and other factors. However, a new study is showing artificial sweeteners like Splenda may help fight aggressive cancers. Here's what you need to know.
Read More7 Signs + Symptoms of Colon Cancer
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Colon 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 MoreMarch is Colon Cancer Awareness Month
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Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon or the rectum. The colon is also known as the large intestine and the rectum sits at the bottom of the colon, connecting the colon and the anus.
Read MoreBladder Cancer Basics: What You Should Know
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Try as you might, you cannot ignore the symptoms of an irritated bladder. The frequent urge to go, burning while urinating, pain while urinating, pelvic pain, back pain, and especially blood in the urine can all be signs that something’s not right.
Read MoreNew pancreatic cancer therapy labeled 'breakthrough' by FDA
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Researchers have developed a breakthrough therapy in the treatment of one of the world’s deadliest cancers: pancreatic cancer.
Read MoreMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
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Knowledge is power! Know the side effects and symptoms for skin cancer detection. It is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in the U.S. with more than 3.5 million diagnoses annually.
Read MoreSkin Cancer Awareness Month: How to detect and prevent this deadly disease
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Skin cancer affects people of all ages and races, and it most often develops on the areas of a person’s skin most exposed to the sun.
Read MoreCancer Clinics Turn Away Thousands of Medicare Patients
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Effective April 1, reduced funding for cancer treatment makes it almost impossible for Medicare patients to receive expensive chemotherapy drugs, says oncologists around the country.
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