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.
How Exercise Reduces Your Cancer Risk
Regular physical activity is linked to reduced risk for at least 13 cancer types. Here is what the research shows and how to build habits that actually protect you.
Does Alcohol Increase Cancer Risk? What the Evidence Shows
Alcohol is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen linked to at least seven cancer types. Here is what the evidence says and how reducing your intake can lower your risk.
Prostate Cancer Screening: When to Get a PSA Test and What to Expect
The PSA test is one of the most important tools in prostate cancer detection. Here's when to get screened, what the results mean, and how to act on them.
Does Sleep Affect Your Cancer Risk?
Your nightly sleep affects immunity, DNA repair, and cancer risk. Here's what the science says and how to take action.
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