A. When it comes to assessing your risk for developing cancer, understanding your family’s medical history is key. “Talk to your parents, siblings, au...
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For survivors of childhood cancer, the path to adult care can be complex. Here, USC experts give tips on navigating this important transition.
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Mark the end of November by learning more about pancreas cancer—the fourth leading cause of U.S. cancer deaths—in honor of Pancreas Awareness Month. ...
A. It might be possible. Scientists recently reported the ability to freeze and transplant ovaries, a development that could help preserve fertility,...
Over 60 percent of new cases of lung cancer are never smokers or former smokers, many of whom quit decades ago, according to the Lung Cancer Alliance...
Patricia Bunin, breast cancer survivor and patient of the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital, has launched a Web site to connect bre...
USC-Yale report suggests that hormones' role in sexuality is limited.
September 8, 2008
by Anna Cearley
Most long-term cervical cancer survivors ...
A new study finds ultrasound screening for breast cancer has both benefits and shortcomings. Here, a USC expert explains the research findings.
by M...
A. "Clinicians have known for a long time that patients with autoimmune diseases such as RA may have a five to 20 percent increased risk of developing...
Some studies suggest that barbecuing meat may be bad for your health. With Memorial Day fast approaching, a USC expert sheds light on how to make outd...
Instead of a silver bullet to kill cancer cells, USC biologists discover a way to protect all other cells against chemotherapy.
April 4, 2008
by Car...
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer, found in either the colon or the rectum, is the third most common cancer among...
According to the National Cancer Institute, tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. Yet every year, almost hal...
A. There is currently no vaccine available to protect against prostate cancer. However, a recent study by USC researchers showed promising results usi...
Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in American males and the fifth leading cause among women. It is typically diagn...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here, a USC expert talks about ways to potentially lower your risk of developing the disease.
by Jennifer ...
A. According to a recent study led by USC researchers, women who are considered heavy drinkers—consuming two or more drinks per day—have a...
If you or a female family member received the HPV vaccine Gardasil® this year to help protect against cervical cancer, it's important to remember that...
If you are an overweight man, we have another good reason to start a healthy diet and exercise program this summer. Recent studies have shown that exc...
While getting through cancer treatment is definitely a cause for celebration, many survivors are not warned about the toll cancer and its treatment ca...