Prevention
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Melanoma Risk in Childhood Cancer SurvivorsPeople treated for childhood cancer found to have twice the risk of developing melanoma as an adult.
by Cameron Walker
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Cancer Patients Who Quit Smoking, Even Years After Diagnosis, Live LongerFindings from a recent study support smoking cessation after diagnosis, with the most pronounced effect in those who received treatment within six months of diagnosis.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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Self-collection Broadens Access to HPV ScreeningFDA approval allows patients to collect samples for HPV test, lowering a barrier to an important cancer prevention tool.
by Taneia Surles
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Weight-loss Drugs and CancerObesity and increased cancer risk have been linked. Could new drugs promising to reduce weight also lower the risk of cancer?
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Regular Aspirin Use May Help Fight Colorectal CancerAspirin appears to activate an immune response against colorectal cancer in the early stages of the disease.
by Sandra Gordon
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Lifestyle Choices and CancerWhat people eat and drink and their level of physical activity can affect their risk of having cancer. New interventions aim to reduce risk factors.
by Kevin McLaughlin
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Forward Look
Preventing Blood ClotsMedical oncologist Michael B. Streiff discusses new guidelines to reduce the risk of life-threatening blood clots.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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The More You Know About Cancer PreventionStudies found awareness gaps about cancer prevention strategies such as screening and vaccination may reduce benefits from these tactics.
by Cancer Research Catalyst
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Sunscreen Is Just the StartExperts say protection against UV rays and watching for changes in your skin are important tools in skin cancer risk prevention.
by Kyle Bagenstose
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Healthy Habits
Not So SweetDrinking sugar-sweetened beverages contributes to excess body fat and increased risk for certain cancers.
by Anne Danahy
