Debunking the benefits of nicotine
Have you heard that nicotine has health benefits – especially when used in tobacco-free products like oral nicotine pouches and vapes?
Most of these claims about nicotine’s so-called health benefits have been overinflated by the tobacco industry, which has funded this research to help sell more tobacco.
Using nicotine in any form poses many risks, says Jennifer Cofer, Dr.P.H., executive director of UT MD Anderson’s EndTobacco...
Blood tests for colorectal cancer: What to know
The American Cancer Society recently released updated colorectal cancer screening guidelines for people at average risk for the disease. This...
3 ways cancer survivors can stay healthy this summer
Summertime can be exciting. Think: trips to the beach, backyard barbecues and baseball games. But the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can be harmful...
Should you have your fallopian tubes removed to reduce your ovarian cancer risk?
A woman could have her fallopian tubes removed for many reasons. Sometimes, it’s necessary to treat an ectopic pregnancy or to resolve an infection caused by pelvic inflammatory disease. Other times, it’s done as a permanent form of birth control.
But a growing body of evidence suggests that many cases of high-grade serous ovarian cancer start in the distal fallopian tube — or flower-shaped section located nearest the...
How to cope with insomnia during cancer treatment
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult to fall or stay asleep. It’s common in the general population, but it can also affect...
6 things to know about chlorophyll
You probably already know that eating your greens is good for you. But what if you could extract the “green” part itself and take it as a...
Are there health benefits to drinking hot water?
It’s well-established that drinking water is crucial for your health.
Our bodies are made up of about 60% water, and...
Understanding the gut-brain axis: 7 things to know
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I don’t feel sick, exactly. I just don’t feel … right?”
If so, odds are that you’re correct...
Are sunglasses actually bad for your eyes? 7 myths, debunked
Have you ever heard the rumor that sunglasses are actually bad for your eyes? Or, that wearing them too much can disrupt your circadian rhythm...
Breast cancer risk assessments: What to know
Whatever your question, odds are there’s an online resource that promises an answer. That means it’s just as easy to search ‘What should I...