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Fungi grow inside cancerous tumors, scientists discover
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
Scientists found fungus in different types of tumors.
The Science Behind the Cell Phone Cancer Scare
By Christopher Wanjek last updated
Do cell phones cause cancer? Studies can't find a link, but fear remains.
The Truth About Cell Phones and Cancer
By Christopher Wanjek last updated
There is no plausible biological or physical reasoning for why it cell phones would cause cancer.
Can Chronic Stress Cause or Worsen Cancer? Here's What the Evidence Shows.
By Yasemin Saplakoglu last updated
It’s clear that chronic stress isn’t great for you, but we still don’t know whether it drives cancer.
Selena Gomez's Diagnosis: What Is Lupus?
By Tia Ghose last updated
Pop star Selena Gomez recently announced that she underwent chemotherapy for lupus, an autoimmune disorder that attacks many organs in the body.
How to Tell Liver Spots from Moles and Cancer
By Fred Cicetti last updated
Liver spots are not dangerous. Melanoma is.
Selenium, Vitamin E Supplements May Double Prostate Cancer Risk
By Bahar Gholipour last updated
In a new look at a previous study that had to end early because of disappointing results, researchers find that selenium and vitamin E supplements may almost double men's risk of prostate cancer.
How Soy Supplements May Affect Breast-Cancer Genes
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe last updated
Taking soy protein supplements may lead to some concerning genetic changes for women with breast cancer, a new study suggests.
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