Scientists uncovered how childhood BK virus infections may set off cancer-causing mutations decades later: by activating a host immune system enzyme that attacks DNA. When you purchase through links ...

Vulvar cancer is a less common gynecological cancer. HPV infection, smoking, and having a precancerous condition called vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia all increase the risk. Outlook for vulvar ...

Those who have a specific antibody that is produced following infection from a common virus may be at greater risk of developing certain cancers, a new study from the International Agency for Research ...

Cancer is a leading cause of death in the U.S., with over 600,000 deaths in 2022. Recommended cancer screening start ages vary, but generally begin between ages 40 and 50. Regular skin checks are ...

A cough that lasts for more than three weeks can be an indicator of a more serious situation, such as lung cancer. Lung ...

In mice, common respiratory infections reactivated dormant cancer cells. Early evidence suggests the same may happen in humans, with big implications for long-term cancer risk. This colored ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - About one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. However, the best way to be among the millions of ...

Cancer diagnoses in people under 50 are on the rise. We’re not exactly sure why, but we’re seeing a particular uptick in breast cancer, lymphoma and colorectal cancer cases among younger adults. A few ...

Christy Houvouras exercises daily, eats right and has smoked fewer than 20 cigarettes in her lifetime. That’s why she was shocked when she was diagnosed with lung cancer at just 36 years old in July. ...