Certain chronic conditions that affect the lungs, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), can have ...

Catching cancer early often allows for more treatment options. Some early cancers may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that is not always the case. Here are some questions you can ask ...

The study found that older people who quit smoking could gain at least 1 extra year of life. People who quit at age 65 have ...

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that ...

At Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events, participants walk to celebrate and honor breast cancer survivors, thrivers, and caregivers, educate the public about prevention and detection to reduce ...

It’s possible to catch a cold or get the flu at any time of year. But the chances of becoming sick increase during cold and flu season. People get sick more often in fall and winter, especially in ...

“Anything that is consumed repetitively and causes damage to organs in the body is going to lead to chronic inflammation and damage the cells,” said Dr. Gentzler. “And that chronic damage and ...

If your spouse or partner has cancer, you’re likely trying to support them the best you can. But the reality is, many caregivers often face struggles of their own. “To me, this study highlights the ...

The American Cancer Society (ACS) projects the numbers of new cancer cases and deaths expected each year to estimate the contemporary cancer burden because cancer incidence and mortality data lag 2 to ...