Many people think of skin cancer as something that tends to affect older adults. But melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is one of the most common cancers among millennials (people born between 1981 and 1996). Even if you're serious about sun pr...
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The Vaccine That Can Prevent Cervical Cancer
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 40 million Americans are currently infected with HPV, and about 13 million peo...
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Cervical Cancer Screening: How Often Should You Get Tested?
The two smartest things you can do to help prevent cervical cancer are to get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, and to get the right test at the right time. Cervical cancer rates have dropped dramatically in the US over the past few decades. T...
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5 Things This Oncologist Wants Everyone to Know About Reducing the Risk of Cancer
There are many ways that cancer is unpredictable. But here’s one thing experts know for sure: Some behaviors seem to be tied to a lower cancer risk. And making these behaviors a regular part of your life could help protect your health. “Adopting or maint...
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Vaping and Cancer: Five Important Questions and Their Answers
While vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking, e-cigarettes are far from a safe alternative to regular cigarettes. Fox Chase pulmonologist Sheela Ahmed, MD has the answers for some common questions about vaping—including whether it...
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Alcohol and Cancer: What Are the Risks?
Updated: July 8, 2021 Many of us like to drink alcohol. We celebrate with it, unwind with it, and enjoy it with meals. We may even sip some wine to help protect our heart. It’s possible that moderate alcohol consumption may have some health benefits. ...
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