In spite of there being a hereditary aspect in certain types of cancer, a solid family history does not mean that one inevitably develops cancer. The actual change-maker? Lifestyle prevention.

A survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research to highlight Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month found that 42% of women and 54% of men were unclear on many of their relatives’ medical history.

As colorectal cancer (CRC) is now the leading cause of cancer death in adults under 50, a new report reveals some surprising shifts in the incidence of the disease. Although rates of CRC have been ...

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases globally. In India and across the world, the number of cases continues to rise, especially for cancers like breast, oral, cervical and colorectal cancer.

Understanding your family’s cancer history plays a crucial role in proactive health care. These conversations, while potentially emotional, provide vital information about hereditary conditions and ...

For Black women seeking to take charge of their health journey, having meaningful conversations about family medical history can make a profound difference in cancer prevention and early detection.

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, a local woman is sharing her story of survival. She says the one thing that helped save her life was knowing her family history. It’s a full-circle ...

Chair of the Department of Cell, Developmental and Cancer Biology of the Knight Cancer Institute at the Oregon Health and Sciences University Lisa Coussens spoke at the University of Wisconsin on ...