The study found that older people who quit smoking could gain at least 1 extra year of life. People who quit at age 65 have ...

It’s possible to catch a cold or get the flu at any time of year. But the chances of becoming sick increase during cold and flu season. People get sick more often in fall and winter, especially in ...

People who both smoke cigarettes and use electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes, e-cigs, or vapes) are 4 times more likely to develop l ung cancer than people who only smoke cigarettes, new research ...

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Radon is a key cause of lung cancer, and it could be lurking undetected in your home. Testing is easy and inexpensive, and it could help protect you and your family.

There are many benefits of quitting tobacco after you’ve been told you have cancer. Quitting can lead to longer survival and a better quality of life. Tobacco use can also worsen the side effects of ...

If your doctor has recommended a biopsy to see whether you have cancer, you probably have a lot of questions. You may even be wondering can cancer spread if you do a biopsy? The short answer to this ...

Cannabis use is increasing in people with serious illnesses, including people with cancer. While cannabis can help manage symptoms and side effects related to cancer and cancer treatment, it can also ...

Researchers have found that exposing some types of cancer cells to alternating electric fields, also known as tumor treating fields (or TTFields), can interfere with the cells’ ability to grow and ...

It can be hard to talk to your cancer care team about your tobacco use. But it’s an important conversation to have, and it will help them support you better. Concern that the care team might judge ...

Young people with cancer are at high risk for experiencing financial distress, according to a new study. Financial distress refers to the problems a person can have while managing the costs of cancer.