Cancer patients trying to kick the smoking habit may reach for e-cigarettes — but do the devices help in the fight to avoid conventional...

Childhood cancer continues to be a leading cause of death among children and teens in the US every year. But rates of two cancers in particular —...

After surgery, cancer patients are prone to complications like infections, which can be deadly. New research suggests quality of life may play a...

Many cancer patients face depression, and they often aren't treated for it. But a new approach could transform their care.

Smoking cigarettes is a proven cause of cancer and other medical conditions. But some people may continue to use tobacco even after they have had...

Aspirin is one of the cheapest and most common medicines available. Regular use of aspirin has been linked to lower risk of heart problems, but it...

As acupuncture becomes more common, more research is exploring its effects. One new study found that the practice may help some breast cancer...

Childhood cancer survivors can be more susceptible to heart disease and other health problems as adults. But new research shows they can lower...

Diabetes is known to increase many health risks like heart disease and obesity. But new research suggests the condition may also be linked to head...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Zydelig (idelalisib) today to treat patients with three types of blood cancers.

Chemotherapy is the use of medications to treat cancer. Like almost any other medication, chemotherapy can have side effects. The FDA recently...

Matters of health can't always be separated clearly into physical issues and mental issues. A new review examined one such overlap between...