The surprising ways exercise helps the body fight cancer

A landmark study suggests physical activity can help cancer patients live longer. Scientists are learning why.

'It's still working': More are living with cancer as era of targeted drugs takes hold

By Deena Beasley June 3 (Reuters) - Cathy Smithwick, now 67, has lived with breast cancer, and then ovarian cancer, for more ...

Cancer cells' hunger may reveal new ways to track and slow tumors

By their nature, cancer cells have different nutritional needs than healthy cells. "Cancer cells have a distinct metabolism," said Gary Patti, the Michael and Tana Powell Professor of Chemistry at ...
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Why does losing the Y chromosome make some cancers worse? New $6.5 million NIH grant could provide clues

Losing the Y chromosome in immune cells in the blood is a common change in men that is often associated with aging – and certain cancers. TUCSON, Ariz. — University of Arizona Cancer Center ...
Everyday Health

Does Breast Cancer Raise Your Risk of Other Cancers?

A new study found that women’s risk for lung, uterine, or other cancers is only slightly higher for breast cancer survivors compared with the general population. Among breast cancer survivors, the ...