Cancer

Suzanne Somers built her post-"Three's Company" career on alternative paths to health. We take a look at her complicated history with breast cancer.

It has been reported that Jimmy Buffett, creator of the iconic song "Margaritaville," has died at the age of 76. Here's what we know about his cause of death.

Age, lifestyle choices, and medical history can be huge factors in assessing your cancer risk. But surprisingly enough, so can biological sex.

Every once in a while, you get the urge to scratch your skin. While having itchy skin is normal, in some cases, it can be a sign of cancer. Here's how to tell.

Cancer has long been associated with feelings of dread and fear, but it doesn't have to be. Here are some actionable ways to reduce your risk of common cancers.

Genetic testing can be useful in seeing if you're at greater risk for certain diseases. Here are the cancers that may be possible to predict with testing.

Even though your feet probably don't get as much sun exposure as other parts of your body, you could get cancer on your feet. Here's what to look out for.

A clinical trial research recently published showed promising results for a drug that appears to decrease the number of lung cancer patient deaths.

Lymphoma, or cancer of the lymph nodes, can be either Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin, but what distinguishes these types? Read on to learn more.

Many women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. This means they will have to choose whether or not to undergo a mastectomy. Here's what to consider.

In an exclusive interview with a cancer-specialist registered dietitian, we get the scoop on what myths exist about cancer and nutrition.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, author and dermatologist, Dr. David J. Leffell shares three things you can do to prevent skin cancer.

The recommended age for colon cancer screening has recently been lowered to 45, but some folks should get screened earlier. Here's what you need to know.

If you've been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, you might wonder what the next steps will be. We spoke with an expert to find out.

Those diagnosed with ovarian cancer will naturally wonder what happens next when treatment begins. Health Digest spoke with an expert to find out.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, breast medical oncologist Dr. Ashley Pariser explains what to expect once diagnosed with breast cancer.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, oncologist Irene M. Kang, M.D., shares what to expect when you're getting treated for breast cancer.

With early-onset colon cancer on the rise, a new study has identified four symptoms that indicate heightened risk of the disease. Read on to learn more.

In 2021, singer Toby Keith announced he'd been diagnosed with stomach cancer. Here's what we know about how his recovery is going.

"Love & Marriage: Huntsville" star Kimmi Scott shared her journey with breast cancer and her advice for women who may visit the doctor for health concerns.

"Love & Marriage: Huntsville" star Kimmi Scott explained why she wants Black women to change the statistics by getting more breast cancer screenings.

When your immune system is used to fighting off allergens, could it better prepare you to battle cancer? Just what is the link between allergies and cancer?

While there is no known cause for endometrial cancer, some individuals may be at an increased risk for the condition. Luckily, now a drug combo may help.

"Love & Marriage: Huntsville" star Kimmi Scott opened up about discovering her breast cancer, undergoing treatment while filming her reality show, and more.

Cigarette smoking accounts for up to 90% of all lung cancer deaths in the United States. In addition to smoking, however, there are other risk factors to watch.

While 2D mammograms are the current standard of care in detecting breast cancer, they may be replaced by 3D mammograms in the future. Here's what research says.

Screening for colorectal cancer usually begins at 45 years old. Get ahead of colorectal cancer by paying close attention to what your body is telling you.