Updated November 17, 2021 Survival rates for pancreatic cancer remain extremely low because symptoms of the disease can be subtle. Therefore, pancreatic cancer is not often diagnosed in its early stages. Knowing the risk factors and acting on symptoms ca...

It’s always worth seeking a second opinion when you or a loved one is faced with a cancer diagnosis. That’s especially true when it comes to kidney cancer because treatment options depend on many factors, including the expertise of the doctors treating the ...

Symptoms of post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS) are usually tied to events like war, natural disaster, or sexual assault. But often, they can affect people with cancer, too.   PTSS are anxiety symptoms that can develop after a person has a deeply frigh...

Most patients who are diagnosed with cancer get the basics of their diagnosis and treatment plan from their doctors. But there’s more to know about successfully navigating the disease, and often it can be tough to figure out where to start. The following...

Approximately 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. But not every woman’s chances of developing the disease are the same, and those with more risk factors might benefit from taking chemoprevention agents. Chemoprevention ...

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 fightin...