Sex and Liver Cancer

Blame it on the hormones. Male and female hormones are at the root of prostate cancer and breast cancer. They may also be the reason significantly more men than women develop liver cancer.

Statins May Keep Breast Cancer at Bay

Years ago, cholesterol-lowering statin medications were thought to possibly cause cancer, bur large clinical trials disproved that therapy. Now, it seems these drugs may actually do just the opposite.

Esophageal Cancer Gene Discovered

New research opens the door for new therapies to treat one of the worst sorts of cancer. Finding a genetic cause for esophageal cancer offers tremendous new opportunities.

Taking the Path From Depression to Wellness

The experience of being depressed is different for everyone, and so is the process of recovery. So how do you know what type of treatment is right for you?

The Genetic Impact of Alcoholism

Children of alcoholics may need to watch their own drinking, a new study suggests.

Exercise with ADHD

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) struggle with scattered thoughts and excess energy - and researchers suggest exercise might help them.

One Drink is One Too Many During Pregnancy

If you're thinking just one beer or just a single glass of wine during pregnancy can't hurt, think again. A new study reveals that every drop counts.

Bayer’s Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Drug Presented

Results from the Phase III CORRECT study will be presented as a late breaking abstract in an oral abstract session on January 21 at the 2012 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO-GI).

A One-Two Punch Knocks HER2 Out

Cancer researchers are doing more with existing drugs - looking for other applications of some and combining therapies. A combination cocktail seems to work well with HER2-positive breast cancer.

Obesity During Pregnancy Inflames Risks

If you’re obese and pregnant, a nutritious diet may not ensure you have an easy pregnancy and a healthy baby. A new study shows that inflammation in your body, caused by obesity, can have harmful health effects for both the mother and child.

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