Why we don't include race as a risk factor
When discussing risk factors for cancer, among other health conditions, one that often comes up is race.
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Can a blood draw tell you whether you have cancer?
Liquid biopsies analyze blood, urine, or sputum for DNA signatures of cancer, and can detect many cancers earlier than current screening protocols. The technology is still developing, but could radically transform cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Reduce Cancer Risk with Smart Choices
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.
Breast Cancer Risk Factors, Subtypes and Screening
Breast cancer affects about 1 in 8 women. Understand the full picture, from genetics and hormones to lifestyle and screening.
The Catch Guide to Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the US. Whether or not you smoke, understanding your risk matters.
What is cancer?
Understanding how cancer develops and progresses empowers you to make better health choices. A clear, science-backed primer.
What we’re learning about the most popular sugar substitutes
Are sugar substitutes actually safer? Here's what the science says about stevia, aspartame, and other alternatives.
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