Obesity and changing Western diets are believed to be a factor (Image: Getty) Unhealthy lifestyles, an obesity epidemic and poor gut health are feared to be fuelling a “disturbing” explosion in cases of early-onset cancer. Analysis from Cancer Research UK suggests more adults under 50 are being struck by the disease than ever before, with … Read more
Scaling back treatment for three kinds of cancer can make life easier for patients without compromising outcomes, doctors reported at the world’s largest cancer conference. It’s part of a long-term trend toward studying whether doing less — less surgery, less chemotherapy or less radiation — can help patients live longer and feel better. The latest … Read more
Tamika Davis couldn’t nap on her couch during cancer treatment. She kept worrying one of her toddlers would wander over and pull out the needle delivering chemotherapy. Friends and family watched her kids when they could during her treatment last year for colon cancer. But Davis had gaps with no help because she couldn’t afford … Read more
We are all aware of the saying, “You are what you eat”. While this could be viewed as just a throwaway line there is actually some truth to it. Our diet plays an enormous role in our overall health and wellbeing, with certain foods known to lower or raise your risk for some conditions. This … Read more
After the weekend, you’ll have a calm and productive work week to look forward to, thanks to Mercury moving out of Gemini and into your sign on Monday, June 17, boosting your communicative abilities, not to mention charm, helping you to express your needs and desires effectively. Use this energy to assert yourself and clarify … Read more
The allure of tattoos has captured the imagination of many, but a new study raises concerns about their potential health impact. Researchers from Sweden have found a possible link between tattoo exposure and malignant lymphoma risk, but note the findings are limited and more research on the topic is needed. The study, published May 21 in the … Read more
A cancer survivor whose quick action enabled her to beat the disease hopes her experience will inspire others to listen to their bodies. Maia Kennedy’s ordeal began when she was on a train in Switzerland just before Christmas last year. She got a phone call from her GP to tell her that tests revealed blood … Read more
Experts have warned that getting a tattoo could increase someone’s risk of blood cancer by 21 percent. Researchers from Lynd University in Sweden have discovered a potential link between tattoos and cancer developing in the lymphatic system. Their findings are part of a push to find out the potential impact of tattoos on the body … Read more
Influencers are urging fans to avoid some ‘dangerous’ sun creams – but experts strongly disagree. With summer just around the corner, many Brits will be slapping on SPF to bask in some very overdue sun. But so-called online health gurus are now casting doubt on some of our trusted protectant lotions, amid claims they are … Read more
Having been diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer almost a year ago the main emotion I feel is guilt. If I had paid more attention to possible symptoms of the disease my family and friends wouldn’t have to be preparing for the fact that only 11 percent of people in my position survive longer than five … Read more
