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Prevention

  • Some Pancreatic Cancers Are Hereditary

    A trio of recent studies indicates that pancreatic cancer is, in some cases, linked to mutations passed down from generation to generation.

    by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

  • Cancer Control in the Community

    Successful public health initiatives to prevent, detect and treat cancer require widespread community participation.

    by Marci A. Landsmann

  • Predicting Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Two studies identify genetic mutations that could predict the risk of an aggressive blood cancer up to a decade before it is diagnosed.

    by Anna Azvolinsky

  • Healthy Habits

    Vitamin D Doubts

    In a clinical trial, vitamin D supplements did not appear to reduce cancer risk.

    by Jane C. Hu

  • Healthy Habits

    A Virtuous Cycle

    Bicycling to work can be a way to build exercise into your day.

    by Kate Yandell

  • Men Less Likely to Get Genetic Testing

    A study suggests women are more likely than men to undergo genetic testing for mutations linked to hereditary cancer.

    by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

  • Healthy Habits

    Inflammation Connection

    Could a diet that leads to inflammation increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer?

    by Lindsey Konkel

  • Healthy Habits

    Small Strides

    Exercise is associated with benefits, even for those who fall short of recommended amounts.

    by Jane C. Hu

  • Forward Look

    Inside Inflammation

    Q&A with molecular biologist Michael Karin on inflammation and cancer.

    by Robin Meadows

  • A Better Way to Screen for Lynch Syndrome?

    Researchers say a next-generation sequencing test could improve screening in colorectal cancer patients for a hereditary syndrome that raises cancer risk. Some experts have concerns.

    by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock