Annual Report to the Nation: Cancer Death Rates Continue Long Decline
The death rate from cancer in the United States is continuing to fall among men, women, and children, according to the latest Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer.
JUUL E-cigarettes and Youth: What You Need to Know
Studies have found that most kids are not aware of the potential risks they face by using e-cigarettes, including JUULs. We talked with the American Cancer Society Vice President for Tobacco Control, Cliff Douglas, to learn more about these issues and what must be done to protect our young people.
How to Get the Ideal Mix of Exercise
Aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance exercises are all part of a healthy, active lifestyle. We’ll talk you through some ways to fit all this activity into your busy week.
Wash your hands!
Washing your hands frequently with soap and water plays a big role in keeping you healthy, and those around you, too. Learn the best way to wash your hands.
5 Healthy Habits May Help You Live More Than 10 Years Longer
New research published by the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that adults in the US who follow 5 healthy lifestyle habits may live more than a decade longer compared with people who follow none of the 5 habits.
FDA Approves Drug Combination for Aggressive Type of Thyroid Cancer
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a combination of 2 targeted drugs to treat people with anaplastic thyroid cancer that has a certain type of gene mutation (BRAF V600E) and cannot be completely removed through surgery.
Smart Tips for a Healthier Salad
Salad can be a smart choice for lunch or dinner and a fresh way to get a wide variety of healthy vegetables into your diet. Follow these tips to liven up your salad the healthy way.
Studies Examine Possible Cancer Risks for Firefighters at World Trade Center
Two studies examine whether exposure to chemicals from the wreckage of the World Trade Center during rescue and recovery work after the September 11, 2001 attacks increased firefighters’ risk of developing cancer.