The causes (and dangers) of chronic inflammation
Inflammation is a normal response to infection or injury in the body, and is in fact a sign of the body working hard to heal itself.
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It's time to quit your chewing tobacco habit
Chewing tobacco and snuff don’t carry all of the same risks as cigarettes, but they still significantly increase the risk of several types of cancer.
Good dental hygiene is important for more than just your teeth
Brushing your teeth twice a day keeps plaque and bacteria in check, which can help prevent dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and oral infections.
A tan to die for
Excessive exposure to the UV rays in sunlight is a known melanoma risk, but that risk increases significantly inside a tanning bed.
How targeted interventions can reduce risk
Targeted lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on your risk profile for cancer.
Why am I not seeing a screening recommendation?
Screening recommendations should reflect both your lifetime and near-term risk. In some situations, the costs may outweigh the benefits.
Positive and negative predictive value
This more complex metric than test sensitivity or specificity will allow you to understand the likelihood that any specific test result–whether positive or negative–is in fact accurate.
Coffee isn't just a good pick-me-up – it's good for your health
Drinking coffee can improve heart health, protect against Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, and protect against several forms of cancer. Here’s why you might want to consider adding a few daily cups.
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