Antioxidants are often touted as must-haves for optimal health, particularly when it comes to fighting diseases like cancer. But is the buzz justified?The compounds, which are present in foods and available as supplements, can play a key role in fighting fr...

Keeping up with some simple exercises can improve your quality of life before, during, and after cancer treatment. And it only takes about 20 minutes a day.Research shows that moderate-intensity exercise can have big benefits for cancer survivors—including ...

During the summer months, chances are you will be spending more time outdoors. In order to protect your skin from sun damage, Fox Chase Cancer Center specialists advise you to become familiar with the early signs of skin cancer. According to the Americ...

Mammograms save lives. These screening tests can find breast cancer early, when treatment often works best. But you might wonder which type of mammogram is right for you — 2D or 3D? The answers to these common questions may help you decide.What’s the differ...

At Fox Chase Cancer Center, we’ve long recommended that women at average risk for breast cancer start getting annual mammograms at age 40. Now, starting in May 2024, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has lowered its own recommendatio...

A lot of us have lumps and bumps on our bodies. And while many are harmless, any new or growing lump or bump should be checked out, if for no other reason than peace of mind. Some lumps can be a sign of a rare type of cancer called sarcoma, which develops i...