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A Guide to Endometrial Cancer Diagnosis
Learn the basics about this type of uterine cancer is diagnosed and staged, including types of tests.

Gene Test for Cervical Cancer Is 100 Percent Effective, Researchers Say
While Pap smears and HPV tests have been fairly effective in detecting cervical cancer, a cervical cancer test based on epigenetics is basically fool-proof — and more affordable.

13 Things That Increase Your Colon Cancer Risk (and What to Do About Them)
Colon cancer may be the third most common malignancy in adults, but there's a lot you can do to reduce your risk. We show you how.

New Hope for Throat Cancer
There’s currently no screening test that can help identify HPV-related throat cancer early. But new research suggests we’re one step closer.

Does Radioactive Iodine Treatment Cause Cancer?
We've got the answers to your biggest questions about RAI treatment for hyperthyroidism.

10 Things Oncologists Wish You Knew About Breast Cancer
Check out these 10 practical steps and oncologist insights to put most of your fears about dying from breast cancer to rest.

Is it Acid Reflux…or Stomach Cancer?
Their symptoms seem to mimic each other, but don’t get it twisted—there are some clear cut differences between GERD and stomach cancer.

Cancer in the Family Genes: Telling Your Kids
Shannon Pulaski wrote a book drawn from her experience telling her children about the BRCA gene mutation which put her at high risk for breast cancer. Here she shares her tips for talking to kids about this difficult topic.

Stress Worsens Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
A recent study found that higher levels of cancer-related stress were associated with more cancer malignancy in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Important: Metastatic Melanoma Follow-Up Care
Follow-up care after metastatic melanoma treatment includes skin exams, imaging, screenings for other cancers, management of side effects, and sun protection.