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Smoking Rate Declines For the First Time in Years
A new report shows that fewer Americans are lighting up -- a sign control efforts like taxation and legislation may be working.
Smoking-related Cancers May Account for Narrowing Gap in Death Rates
A new study finds racial disparities in cancer death rates have been declining since the early 1990s, at least for certain cancer types.
Major Study of Supplements and Prostate Cancer Halted
The National Cancer Institute has stopped a major clinical trial studying whether vitamin E and selenium can prevent prostate cancer because early analysis suggests the supplements don't work.
Faster Disability Claim Process for Some Cancers
People with certain types of cancer and other diseases will now be able to get their federal disability claims processed much more quickly under the Social Security Administration's new Compassionate Allowances program.
Non-melanoma Skin Cancer May Raise Risk of Other Cancers
People with a history of basal or squamous cell skin cancer may have a higher risk of developing other cancers later on, new research suggests.
Acupuncture May Help With Side Effects of Hormone Therapy, Study Finds
New research suggests the ancient Chinese practice may ease the side effects of hormone therapy.
Nobel Prize for Discovery of Cervical Cancer Virus
The German scientist who pursued the idea that HPV, or human papilloma virus, plays a role in cervical cancer has won the Nobel Prize in Medicine.
Accelerated Breast Radiation: Cheaper, Faster, and Just As Effective?
Shorter courses of radiation may soon be a real option for some women, according to new research.
Lance Armstrong Announces Global Cancer Summit
Lance Armstrong has returned to cycling to take his "Live Strong" message worldwide.
Study Adds Weight to Virtual Colonoscopy as Screening Option for Average-Risk Patients
Virtual colonoscopy is about as effective as traditional colonoscopy in finding colorectal cancer and large polyps, according to a new large study.
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