Having too little (a deficiency) of a specific vitamin or mineral can lead to health problems. Researchers have reported ...

As researchers have learned more about the changes in pancreatic cancer cells that help them grow, they have developed newer drugs to specifically target these changes. These targeted drugs work ...

When radiation is mentioned, people often think of specific kinds of radiation, such as x-rays and nuclear reactors. But many other types of radiation can cause concern about people’s health. Most ...

B-cell lymphomas make up most (about 85%) of the non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHL) in the United States. These types of lymphomas start in early forms of B lymphocytes (B cells). The most common types of ...

In MPNs, too many blood stem cells (immature cells) in the bone marrow develop into mature blood cells. These extra cells build up in the blood and bone marrow over time. This condition usually gets ...

Estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2023 by cancer site and US state Current cancer incidence, mortality, and survival statistics Information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early ...

Our 24/7 cancer helpline provides information and answers for people dealing with cancer. We can connect you with trained cancer information specialists who will answer questions about a cancer ...

Blood cancers are cancers in which different types of blood cells start to grow out of control. They can start in the bone marrow, where new blood cells are made, or in the lymphatic system, which ...

Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. These cancers can also be called colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where they start. Colon cancer and rectal cancer are often grouped ...

The stage (extent) of endometrial cancer is the most important factor in choosing treatment. But other factors can also affect your treatment options, including the type of cancer, your age and ...

If you are a cancer survivor, having a baby may be a difficult decision. Survivors and their partners need to think about many things before starting or adding to their family. Is it safe to get ...

At the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events, every step counts. Your efforts become tangible support for research, patient services, and advocacy. Thanks in large part ...